Acupoints for Dysmenorrhea Endometriosis

2 protocols with precise acupoint locations.

Single-point entry

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CV08Spirit Palace Gate

CV08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Conception Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 神闕 (shén què)

🎯 Location: In the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications; often use moxa only.

🛡️ Treats: Abdominal Bloating, Rectal Prolapse, Edema, Cold Blood, Loss of Consciousness

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Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

HAN Yu-fen, HOU Li-hui, ZHOU Ya-jie, WU Xiao-ke. A Survey of TCM Treatment for Endometriosis. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(1): 64-70.

Protocol (3 points)

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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

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Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

HAN Yu-fen, HOU Li-hui, ZHOU Ya-jie, WU Xiao-ke. A Survey of TCM Treatment for Endometriosis. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(1): 64-70.

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside Dysmenorrhea Endometriosis:

Using Acupoints for Dysmenorrhea Endometriosis

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 Dysmenorrhea Endometriosis
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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