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Acupuncture Points for Disability Low Back

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Disability Low Back:

Low Back PainLow Back Chronic PainBack Low Chronic PainChronic PainLow Back Non-specific Pain

Points cited for Disability Low Back

How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Disability Low Back. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian5 of 5
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 5
  • BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian3 of 5
  • GB30Jumping CircleGallbladder Meridian3 of 5
  • GV03Yang Lumbar GateGoverning Vessel3 of 5
  • GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel3 of 5
  • BL24Sea Of Qi Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 5
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian2 of 5
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian2 of 5
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • BL31Upper Bone HoleBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian1 of 5

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL23 · BL25 · BL40 · GV03 · GV04

Low Back PainDisability Low Back
Point 1 of 5

BL23Kidney Shu Point

BL23 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 腎俞 (shèn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV04 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Asthma, Tinnitus, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0000919 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL25, BL40, GV03, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1471-2474-11-118 ↗

Protocol (19 points)

100%

ST04 · ST36 · SP13 · SP14 · BL23 · BL24 · BL25 · BL37 · BL40 · GB12 · GB26 · GB30 · GB34 · GB41 · GV03 · GV04 · GV05 · GV24 · GV26

Disability Low BackLow Back Chronic Pain
Point 1 of 19

ST04Earth Granary

ST04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 地倉 (dì cāng)

🎯 Location: Lateral to the corner of the mouth directly below pupil.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with facial nerve.

🛡️ Treats: Pain, Facial Droop, Channel Stagnation, Voice Loss, Toothache

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1471-2474-11-118 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL25, BL40, GB30, GB34, GV03, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.imr.2025.101180 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

BL23 · BL24 · BL25 · GB30

Disability Low BackLow Back Chronic PainLow Back Non-specific Pain
Point 1 of 4

BL23Kidney Shu Point

BL23 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 腎俞 (shèn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV04 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Asthma, Tinnitus, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0269282 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL24, BL25, GB30 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1471-2474-11-118 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

SP06 · BL23 · BL31 · BL32 · BL33 · BL60

Chronic PainLow Back PainDisability Low Back
Point 1 of 6

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.jams.2018.02.002 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL60 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.imr.2025.101180 ↗

Protocol (9 points)

100%

BL20 · BL23 · BL25 · BL40 · BL60 · GB30 · GB34 · GV03 · GV04

Disability Low BackBack Low Chronic Pain
Point 1 of 9

BL20Spleen Shu Point

BL20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 脾俞 (pí yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV06 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 11th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Spleen Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.imr.2025.101180 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL25, BL40, GB30, GB34, GV03, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1471-2474-11-118 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Disability Low Back

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 Low Back
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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