Acupuncture Points for Headache Cervicogenic

11 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Headache Cervicogenic

How often each point appears across the 11 entries ranked highest for Headache Cervicogenic. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian6 of 11
  • BL10Celestial PillarBladder Meridian5 of 11
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian4 of 11
  • GV16Wind MansionGoverning Vessel3 of 11
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel3 of 11
  • GB12Mastoid ProcessGallbladder Meridian2 of 11
  • GB41Foot Governor Of TearsGallbladder Meridian2 of 11
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel2 of 11
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 11
  • BL09Jade PillowBladder Meridian1 of 11
  • BL12Wind GateBladder Meridian1 of 11
  • GB08Leading ValleyGallbladder Meridian1 of 11

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (3 points)

100%

GB20 · GV14 · GV16

Point 1 of 3

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 du16.

⚠️ 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:10.13460/j.issn.1005-0957.2015.08.0758

Protocol (6 points)

100%

LU07 · BL09 · BL10 · GB20 · GB41 · LV03

Point 1 of 6

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 列缺 (liè quē)

🎯 Location: Superior to the styloid process of the radius 1.5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradialis and tendon of the abductor policis longus.

⚠️ Cautions: Use with caution in patients with radial nerve sensitivity.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Phlegm

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13460/j.issn.1005-0957.2015.08.0758

Protocol (6 points)

100%

BL10 · GB19 · GB20 · GV16 · GV18 · GV20

Point 1 of 6

BL10Celestial Pillar

BL10 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天柱 (tiān zhù)

🎯 Location: 1.3 thumb widths lateral to the midpoint of the posterior hairline and in the depression on the lateral aspect of the trapezius.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with vertebral artery.

🛡️ Treats: Dizziness, Wind, Pain, Epilepsy, Nasal Congestion

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2016.01.008

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL10 · GB20 · GV20

Point 1 of 3

BL10Celestial Pillar

BL10 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天柱 (tiān zhù)

🎯 Location: 1.3 thumb widths lateral to the midpoint of the posterior hairline and in the depression on the lateral aspect of the trapezius.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with vertebral artery.

🛡️ Treats: Dizziness, Wind, Pain, Epilepsy, Nasal Congestion

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20240687

Protocol (3 points)

100%

TB05 · GB08 · XH05

Point 1 of 3

TB05Outer Gate

TB05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Triple Burner Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 外關 (wài guān)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths proximal to the dorsal crease of the wrist on the line connecting tb4 and tip of the olecranon the between radius and ulna.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Sweating, Kidney Deficiency, Dizziness, Tinnitus

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20240687

Protocol (3 points)

100%

KD03 · LV02 · LV03

Point 1 of 3

KD03Great Stream

KD03 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Kidney Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 太谿 (tài xī)

🎯 Location: In the depression the between tip of the medial malleolus and achilles tendon.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, Heat Deficiency, Asthma

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20240687
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Using Acupoints for Headache Cervicogenic

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 Headache Cervicogenic
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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