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Acupuncture Points for Gait Disturbance

14 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Gait Disturbance:

Leg PainStroke SequelaeAtaxiaBalance ImpairedClaudication NeurogenicDysuria

Points cited for Gait Disturbance

How often each point appears across the 14 entries ranked highest for Gait Disturbance. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian9 of 14
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian8 of 14
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian7 of 14
  • GB30Jumping CircleGallbladder Meridian4 of 14
  • GB40MoundGallbladder Meridian4 of 14
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian4 of 14
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian4 of 14
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian4 of 14
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel3 of 14
  • KD07Returning FlowKidney Meridian3 of 14
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 14
  • ST34Ridge MoundStomach Meridian3 of 14

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (17 points)

100%

LU08 · ST34 · ST36 · ST37 · SP01 · SP02 · SP03 · SP10 · HT08 · BL15 · BL16 · BL17 · BL18 · BL19 · KD03 · KD07 · LV01

DysuriaLeg PainLower Back PainSpasticityBalance ImpairedLower Extremity WeaknessGait Disturbance
Point 1 of 17

LU08Channels Ditch

LU08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 經渠 (jīng qú)

🎯 Location: 1 thumb width above the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.12998/wjcc.v9.i31.9691 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST34, KD03, KD07 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.prdoa.2025.100324 ↗

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LI04 · LI11 · ST36 · SI03 · BL62 · GB39 · LV03 · CV03 · CV04 · GV20

DysuriaSpasticityParalysis Hemiplegia RightMyelopathy CervicalGait DisturbanceArm Right PainRight Leg PainExtremities Weakness
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.2022.25.2.138 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, LI11, ST36, LV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20240411-k0001 ↗

Protocol (8 points)

100%

ST36 · ST44 · SP06 · GB30 · GB31 · GB37 · GB39 · GB40

Stroke HemiplegiaParalysis LimbGait DisturbanceBalance Dysfunction
Point 1 of 8

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000037784 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, GB39, GB40 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20240115-k0004 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

GB20 · GB34 · GV16 · GV20

Parkinson's DiseaseBack PainLumbar PainPostural InstabilityGait DisturbanceThoracic PainDeformity SpinalDeformity Thoracic KyphosisRadicular Leg Pain
Point 1 of 4

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 GV16.

⚠️ 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:10.3390/jcm14113705 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. GB20, GB34, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20240401-k0007 ↗

Protocol (15 points)

100%

SP09 · BL23 · BL25 · BL32 · BL39 · BL40 · BL51 · BL52 · BL54 · BL57 · BL60 · GB30 · GB34 · GB39 · GV03

Leg PainButtock PainLow Back PainStenosis Lumbar SpinalClaudication NeurogenicGait Disturbance
Point 1 of 15

SP09Yin Mound Spring

SP09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 陰陵泉 (yīn líng quán)

🎯 Location: On the lower border of the medial condyle of the tibia in the depression the posterior and inferior to the medial condyle of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of knee inflammation.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Fever, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Jaundice

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/JPR.S438219 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. GB30, GB39 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000037784 ↗

Protocol (11 points)

100%

BL23 · BL32 · BL39 · BL51 · BL52 · BL54 · BL57 · GB30 · GB34 · GB39 · GV03

Leg PainButtock PainLow Back PainStenosis Lumbar SpinalClaudication NeurogenicGait Disturbance
Point 1 of 11

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:10.2147/JPR.S438219 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. GB30, GB39 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000037784 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Gait Disturbance

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 Gait Disturbance
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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