Acupuncture Points for General Weakness

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside General Weakness:

Points cited for General Weakness

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for General Weakness. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian2 of 2
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 2
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 2
  • GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • GV24Spirit CourtGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian1 of 2
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian1 of 2
  • LV13Bright GateLiver Meridian1 of 2
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian1 of 2
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 2

No study in this index covers General Weakness

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (6 points)

90%

ST36 · BL23 · LV13 · CV04 · CV06 · GV04

Point 1 of 6

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker, A Manual of Acupuncture – point group actions

Protocol (7 points)

90%

ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · KD03 · PC06 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 7

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

HU Jin-sheng. Acupuncture Treatment of Heel Pain. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(2): 150-152
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Using Acupoints for General Weakness

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 General Weakness
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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