Acupuncture Points for Hemodialysis Complication

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Hemodialysis Complication:

Points cited for Hemodialysis Complication

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

  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 3
  • BL65Restraining BoneBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL67Reaching YinBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 3
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB38Yang AssistanceGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB43Narrow StreamGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian1 of 3
  • HT09Lesser SurgeHeart Meridian1 of 3
  • KD01Bubbling SpringKidney Meridian1 of 3
  • KD07Returning FlowKidney Meridian1 of 3
  • LI02Second SpaceLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (24 points)

100%

LU05 · LU09 · LI02 · LI11 · ST41 · ST45 · SP02 · SP05 · HT07 · HT09 · SI03 · SI08 · BL65 · BL67 · KD01 · KD07 · PC07 · PC09 · TB03 · TB10 · GB38 · GB43 · LV02 · LV08

Point 1 of 24

LU05Cubit Marsh

LU05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 尺澤 (chǐ zé)

🎯 Location: On the cubital crease in the depression of the radial side of the biceps brachii tendon; point is located with elbow slightly flexed.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of severe vascular disease; caution with depth at cubital fossa.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Knee Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2015/802846
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (4 points)

100%

LI04 · GB20 · XH03 · XH05

Point 1 of 4

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:10.1002/hsr2.72494
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (5 points)

90%

LI04 · ST36 · SP15 · LV03 · CV06

Point 1 of 5

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Abbasi Parivash et al.. Effect of acupressure on constipation in patients undergoing hemodialysis: A randomized double-blind controlled clinical trial.. Avicenna journal of phytomedicine, 2024
Substantiated by a study. LI04 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1002/hsr2.72494
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Using Acupoints for Hemodialysis Complication

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 Hemodialysis Complication
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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