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Acupuncture Points for Difficulty Falling Asleep

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Difficulty Falling Asleep:

InsomniaDream-disturbed SleepFrequent WakeningAbdominal DistentionDepressionDifficulty Thinking

Points cited for Difficulty Falling Asleep

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Difficulty Falling Asleep. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel3 of 3
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian3 of 3
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 3
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 3
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian2 of 3
  • GV23Upper StarGoverning Vessel1 of 3
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian1 of 3
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 3

No study in this index covers Difficulty Falling Asleep

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (7 points)

90%

ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · PC06 · LV03 · GV20 · GV23

DepressionInsomniaMemory LossSlow ReactionDifficulty Falling AsleepLight SleepEarly Waking UpExhaustionDifficulty ThinkingInattention
Point 1 of 7

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

ZHANG Yue-feng, REN Gui-fang & ZHANG Xiu-chun. Acupuncture plus Cupping for Treating Insomnia in College Students. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(3): 185-188

Protocol (8 points)

90%

ST36 · SP06 · BL15 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · PC06 · GV20

InsomniaDream-disturbed SleepDifficulty Falling AsleepFrequent WakeningEarly Wakening
Point 1 of 8

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Li Ling-feng, Lu Jian-hua. Clinical Observation on Acupuncture Treatment of Intractable Insomnia. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(1): 21-22

Protocol (8 points)

90%

ST36 · SP06 · BL15 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · PC06 · GV20

DizzinessTinnitusInsomniaAbdominal DistentionPalpitationDream-disturbed SleepLoose StoolDifficulty Falling AsleepFrequent WakeningPoor Memory
Point 1 of 8

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Li Ling-feng, Lu Jian-hua. Clinical Observation on Acupuncture Treatment of Intractable Insomnia. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(1): 21-22
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Using Acupoints for Difficulty Falling Asleep

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Difficulty Falling Asleep
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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