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Acupuncture Points for Disability Activities Of Daily Living

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Disability Activities Of Daily Living:

Paralysis HemiplegiaIschemic StrokeLower Limb WeaknessUpper Limb Weakness

Points cited for Disability Activities Of Daily Living

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Disability Activities Of Daily Living. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 1
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 1
  • CV10Lower StomachConception Vessel1 of 1
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 1
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • LI10Arm Three MilesLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • LI15Shoulder And ClavicleLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 1
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 1
  • SP10Sea Of BloodSpleen Meridian1 of 1

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (18 points)

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LI04 · LI10 · LI11 · LI15 · ST25 · ST31 · ST36 · ST40 · SP06 · SP10 · SP15 · TB06 · GB34 · LV03 · CV04 · CV06 · CV10 · CV12

Ischemic StrokeParalysis HemiplegiaLower Limb WeaknessUpper Limb WeaknessDisability Activities Of Daily Living
Point 1 of 18

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2015-010073 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Disability Activities Of Daily Living

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 Disability Activities Of Daily Living
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.