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Acupuncture Points for Gallstones

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Gallstones:

AnxietyCholelithiasisNauseaAbdomen Upper PainBiliary Colic PainVomiting

Points cited for Gallstones

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Gallstones. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian3 of 3
  • BL19Gallbladder Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB24Sun And MoonGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • LV13Bright GateLiver Meridian1 of 3
  • XL06Gall Bladder PointExtra Points: Lower limbs1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (5 points)

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BL19 · GB24 · GB34 · LV13 · XL06

GallstonesCholelithiasis
Point 1 of 5

BL19Gallbladder Shu Point

BL19 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 膽俞 (dǎn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV07 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 10th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Common Cold, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MCG.0000000000001487 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. GB34 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s12906-023-04030-8 ↗

Single-point entry

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AnxietyVomitingNauseaGallstonesAbdomen Upper PainBiliary Colic Pain

GB34Yang Mound Spring

GB34 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 陽陵泉 (yáng líng quán)

🎯 Location: In the depression the anterior and inferior to the head of the fibula.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Knee Pain, Jaundice, Constipation, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s12906-023-04030-8 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. GB34 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MCG.0000000000001487 ↗

Single-point entry

100%
Gallstones

GB34Yang Mound Spring

GB34 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 陽陵泉 (yáng líng quán)

🎯 Location: In the depression the anterior and inferior to the head of the fibula.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Knee Pain, Jaundice, Constipation, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.4.133 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. GB34 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MCG.0000000000001487 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Gallstones

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 Gallstones
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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