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Acupuncture Points for Disc Herniation Cervical

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Disc Herniation Cervical:

Neck PainUpper Limb NumbnessRadiculopathy CervicalArm PainCervical Disc HerniationDizziness

Points cited for Disc Herniation Cervical

How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Disc Herniation Cervical. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian5 of 5
  • GB21Shoulder WellGallbladder Meridian5 of 5
  • GV16Wind MansionGoverning Vessel4 of 5
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 5
  • SI03Back StreamSmall Intestine Meridian2 of 5
  • SI14Outer Shoulder PointSmall Intestine Meridian2 of 5
  • SI15Middle Shoulder PointSmall Intestine Meridian2 of 5
  • BL10Celestial PillarBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • BL11Great ShuttleBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • BL12Wind GateBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 5
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 5

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LI04 · SI03 · BL10 · BL11 · BL12 · TB03 · TB10 · GB20 · GB21 · GV16

Neck PainRadiating Arm PainDisc Herniation CervicalRadiculopathy Cervical
Point 1 of 10

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:10.3831/KPI.2012.15.2.036 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

LI04 · LI11 · SI03 · GB20 · GB21 · GV16

Shoulder PainNeck PainDisc Herniation CervicalRadiculopathy CervicalUpper-extremity PainUpper-extremity Numbness
Point 1 of 6

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:10.1155/2019/2345640 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

GB20 · GB21 · GV14

DizzinessNeck PainStiffness NeckStiffness ShoulderDisc Herniation CervicalUpper Limb NumbnessCervical Disc Herniation
Point 1 of 3

GB20Wind Pool

GB20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 風池 (fēng chí)

🎯 Location: In the depression the between upper portion of the scm and trapezius on the same level with du16.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with vertebral artery; avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Stress, Fever, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028540 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

SI14 · SI15 · GB20 · GB21 · GV16

Arm PainNeck PainDisc Herniation CervicalRadiculopathy CervicalUpper Limb Numbness
Point 1 of 5

SI14Outer Shoulder Point

SI14 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Small Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肩外俞 (jiān wài yú)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra where du13 is located.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling; risk of pneumothorax.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Wind, Shoulder Blade Pain, Shoulder Pain, Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/JPR.S527880 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

SI14 · SI15 · GB20 · GB21 · GV16

Arm PainNeck PainDisc Herniation CervicalUpper Limb Numbness
Point 1 of 5

SI14Outer Shoulder Point

SI14 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Small Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肩外俞 (jiān wài yú)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra where du13 is located.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling; risk of pneumothorax.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Wind, Shoulder Blade Pain, Shoulder Pain, Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/JPR.S527880 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Disc Herniation Cervical

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 Disc Herniation Cervical
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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