AcuiQ

Acupuncture Points for Paralysis Facial

119 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Paralysis Facial:

Paralysis Facial PeripheralBell PalsyEar PainBell's PalsyFace NumbnessTongue Numbness

Points cited for Paralysis Facial

How often each point appears across the 50 entries ranked highest for Paralysis Facial. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • ST04Earth GranaryStomach Meridian41 of 50
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian31 of 50
  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian29 of 50
  • ST06Jaw BoneStomach Meridian29 of 50
  • TB17HurricaneTriple Burner Meridian24 of 50
  • SI18Cheek Bone HoleSmall Intestine Meridian23 of 50
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian20 of 50
  • ST02Four Direction BrightnessStomach Meridian18 of 50
  • LI20Receiving FragranceLarge Intestine Meridian17 of 50
  • ST07Below The ArchStomach Meridian15 of 50
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian12 of 50
  • TB23Silken Bamboo HollowTriple Burner Meridian11 of 50

Kinds of Paralysis Facial

This page covers 119 entries across every kind of paralysis facial. Narrow it to the one you mean.

Paralysis Facial Peripheral46 protocols →Bell's Palsy20 protocols →Paralysis Facial Acute3 protocols →

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL17 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · CV04

Period ShortPeriod ScantyPeriod LowPeriod LightHypomenorrhea FollicularKidney Qi WeaknessKidney Jing WeaknessMai Ren DeficiencyMai Chong DeficiencyRestore YinYang WeaknessFacial ParalysisFacial ParalysisPeriod ShortPeriod ScantyPeriod LowPeriod LightHypomenorrhea FollicularKidney Qi WeaknessKidney Jing WeaknessMai Ren DeficiencyMai Chong DeficiencyRestore YinYang Weakness
Point 1 of 5

BL17Diaphragm Shu Point

BL17 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 膈俞 (gé yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV09 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Sweating, Dizziness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/S0254-6272(09)60059-5 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. KD03 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2022.1088138 ↗

Protocol (14 points)

100%

LI04 · LI20 · ST02 · ST04 · ST06 · ST07 · SP06 · SI18 · TB05 · TB17 · GB14 · LV03 · XH18 · XH29

Facial ParalysisFacial ParalysisFacial ParalysisFacial Paralysis
Point 1 of 14

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ 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:10.1016/S0254-6272(09)60061-3 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, LI20, ST02, ST04, ST06, ST07, SI18, TB17, GB14, LV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.7759/cureus.57047 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL17 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · CV04

Facial ParalysisFacial Paralysis
Point 1 of 5

BL17Diaphragm Shu Point

BL17 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 膈俞 (gé yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV09 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Sweating, Dizziness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/S0254-6272(09)60059-5 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. KD03 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2022.1088138 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

100%

ST04 · ST08

Paralysis FacialBell's PalsyFacial Palsy Peripheral
Point 1 of 2

ST04Earth Granary

ST04 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ 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:10.1093/ecam/neh102 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST04, ST08 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13729/j.issn.1671-7813.2015.08.73 ↗

Protocol (11 points)

100%

LI04 · LI10 · LI20 · ST01 · ST04 · ST06 · ST09 · ST36 · TB17 · TB23 · GB34

Paralysis FacialSequelae Bell's PalsyParesis FacialContracture FacialSpasm FacialSynkinesis FacialStiffness Facial
Point 1 of 11

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ 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:10.1186/1745-6215-12-71 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, LI10, LI20, ST01, ST04, ST06, ST09, ST36, TB17, TB23, GB34 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s13063-015-0777-z ↗

Protocol (7 points)

100%

LI04 · ST04 · ST06 · ST07 · SI18 · TB17 · GB14

Facial PainNeck PainEar PainParalysis FacialFacial Weakness
Point 1 of 7

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ 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:10.1186/1745-6215-12-158 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST04, ST06, ST07, SI18, TB17, GB14 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/S0254-6272(09)60061-3 ↗
Hot Spots™ Press Needles
Sterile 1.5mm press needles on 3M backing tape · 100 per box
$19.99
per box · choose the quantity at checkout
Skin, Nerves and Habits
Itching is the most-read symptom page on AcuiQ. Four conditions. – $5, free updates for life

Using Acupoints for Paralysis Facial

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 Paralysis Facial
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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