Acupuncture Points for Infertility Diminished-ovarian-reserve

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Infertility Diminished-ovarian-reserve:

Points cited for Infertility Diminished-ovarian-reserve

How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Infertility Diminished-ovarian-reserve. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel4 of 5
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel4 of 5
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel3 of 5
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel3 of 5
  • GV24Spirit CourtGoverning Vessel3 of 5
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 5
  • ST25Celestial PivotStomach Meridian3 of 5
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 5
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 5
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian2 of 5
  • KD07Returning FlowKidney Meridian2 of 5
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 5

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (14 points)

100%

LI04 · ST25 · ST29 · ST36 · SP04 · SP06 · SP09 · SP10 · KD07 · CV04 · CV06 · CV12 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 14

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:10.1097/MD.0000000000042537
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, CV04, CV06, CV12, GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S553524

Protocol (18 points)

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ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · BL23 · BL25 · BL32 · BL62 · KD03 · KD12 · KD16 · GB13 · GB26 · LV03 · CV04 · CV06 · CV12 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 18

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:10.2147/IJWH.S553524
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, CV04, CV06, CV12, GV20, GV24 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.0000000000042537

Protocol (4 points)

100%

LV03 · LV05 · LV08 · LV12

Point 1 of 4

LV03Great Surge

LV03 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Liver Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 太沖 (tài chōng)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the foot in the depression the distal to the junction of the 1st and 2nd metatarsal bones.

⚠️ Cautions: Monitor blood pressure and avoid strong stimulation where hypertension is uncontrolled or unstable; hypertensive crisis is a medical emergency.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Shortness of Breath, Sweating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20230905-k0005
Corroborated by a second study. LV03 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S553524

Protocol (10 points)

100%

ST25 · BL17 · BL23 · BL32 · BL33 · CV04 · CV06 · GV04 · XB08 · XC01

Point 1 of 10

ST25Celestial Pivot

ST25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天樞 (tiān shū)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Constipation, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20210901-k0002
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL32, CV04, CV06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S553524

Protocol (14 points)

100%

LI04 · ST25 · ST29 · ST36 · SP04 · SP06 · SP09 · SP10 · KD07 · CV04 · CV06 · CV12 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 14

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:10.1097/MD.0000000000042537
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, CV04, CV06, CV12, GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S553524
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Using Acupoints for Infertility Diminished-ovarian-reserve

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 Infertility Diminished-ovarian-reserve
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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