Acupuncture Points for Insomnia Cancer-related

10 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Insomnia Cancer-related:

Points cited for Insomnia Cancer-related

How often each point appears across the 10 entries ranked highest for Insomnia Cancer-related. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel9 of 10
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian7 of 10
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian7 of 10
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian7 of 10
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian5 of 10
  • GV24Spirit CourtGoverning Vessel4 of 10
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian4 of 10
  • BL63Golden GateBladder Meridian3 of 10
  • KD04Large BellKidney Meridian3 of 10
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 10
  • XH03Hall Of Impression Or Seal HallExtra Points: Head3 of 10
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 10

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (5 points)

100%

HT07 · BL63 · KD04 · PC06 · GV20

Point 1 of 5

HT07Spirit Gate

HT07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Heart Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 神門 (shén mén)

🎯 Location: At the ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the radial side of the tendon of the flexor carpi ulnaris.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cardiac arrhythmias.

🛡️ Treats: Anxiety, Shortness of Breath, Palpitations, Common Cold, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2017-016269
Corroborated by a second study. HT07, BL63, KD04, PC06, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s12906-022-03561-w

Protocol (4 points)

100%

SP06 · HT07 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 4

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1177/0964528421999395
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, HT07, GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.20235/j.issn.2095-1752.2025.08.002

Protocol (5 points)

100%

HT07 · BL63 · KD04 · PC06 · GV20

Point 1 of 5

HT07Spirit Gate

HT07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Heart Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 神門 (shén mén)

🎯 Location: At the ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the radial side of the tendon of the flexor carpi ulnaris.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cardiac arrhythmias.

🛡️ Treats: Anxiety, Shortness of Breath, Palpitations, Common Cold, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s12906-022-03561-w
Corroborated by a second study. HT07, BL63, KD04, PC06, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2017-016269

Protocol (4 points)

100%

SP06 · KD03 · PC06 · LV03

Point 1 of 4

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fonc.2022.856093
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, KD03, PC06, LV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.20235/j.issn.2095-1752.2025.08.002

Protocol (6 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · SP10 · KD03 · LV03 · GV20

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fonc.2022.856093
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, KD03, LV03, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.20235/j.issn.2095-1752.2025.08.002

Protocol (11 points)

100%

LI04 · ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · KD03 · PC06 · LV03 · CV04 · GV20 · GV24 · XH03

Point 1 of 11

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:10.20235/j.issn.2095-1752.2025.08.002
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, HT07, KD03, PC06, LV03, GV20, XH03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/09645284231181403
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Using Acupoints for Insomnia Cancer-related

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 Insomnia Cancer-related
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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