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Acupuncture Points for Kidney Deficiency

16 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Kidney Deficiency:

Kidney DeficiencyKidney DeficiencyAsthmaKnee PainDeficiencyAntehypophysis Problems

Points cited for Kidney Deficiency

How often each point appears across the 17 entries ranked highest for Kidney Deficiency. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian12 of 17
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel8 of 17
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian7 of 17
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel6 of 17
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian5 of 17
  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 17
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 17
  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel3 of 17
  • GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel3 of 17
  • KD08Belief IntersectionKidney Meridian3 of 17
  • ST35Calf's NoseStomach Meridian3 of 17
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 17

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (8 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · BL17 · BL18 · BL23 · KD03 · CV04 · CV06

DysmenorrheaKidney DeficiencyLiver DeficiencyMenstrual PainMood Changes
Point 1 of 8

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:10.1093/ecam/nep239 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL18, BL23 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024054 ↗

Protocol (7 points)

100%

LU08 · ST35 · SP03 · SP09 · BL39 · KD03 · KD07

Kidney DeficiencyKnee PainOsteoarthritis Knee
Point 1 of 7

LU08Channels Ditch

LU08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 經渠 (jīng qú)

🎯 Location: 1 thumb width above the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-14-129 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. KD03 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1093/ecam/nep239 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

ST35 · ST36 · GB39

Kidney DeficiencyKnee PainOsteoarthritis KneeStiffness Knee
Point 1 of 3

ST35Calf's Nose

ST35 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 犊鼻 (dú bí)

🎯 Location: When knee is flexed point is at the lower border of the patella in the depression the lateral to the patellar ligament.

⚠️ Cautions: Rule out fracture, dislocation and joint instability before needling, and do not needle into an acutely swollen joint or a haemarthrosis.

🛡️ Treats: Swelling, Pain, Channel Stagnation, Swollen Knee, Leg Muscle Wasting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2019.08.001 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1093/ecam/nep239 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST35 · ST36 · KD01 · GB39

Kidney DeficiencyKnee PainOsteoarthritis KneeStiffness Knee
Point 1 of 4

ST35Calf's Nose

ST35 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 犊鼻 (dú bí)

🎯 Location: When knee is flexed point is at the lower border of the patella in the depression the lateral to the patellar ligament.

⚠️ Cautions: Rule out fracture, dislocation and joint instability before needling, and do not needle into an acutely swollen joint or a haemarthrosis.

🛡️ Treats: Swelling, Pain, Channel Stagnation, Swollen Knee, Leg Muscle Wasting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2019.08.001 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1093/ecam/nep239 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · BL32 · GV04

Kidney DeficiencyPremature Ovarian Failure
Point 1 of 5

BL18Liver Shu Point

BL18 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肝俞 (gān yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV08 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Coughing Blood, Jaundice

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024054 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL18, BL23 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1093/ecam/nep239 ↗

Protocol (9 points)

90%

ST36 · SP06 · SP18 · BL13 · BL20 · BL23 · KD27 · CV04 · CV06

FatiguePoor AppetiteVoice WeaknessPulse DeepPulse ThinPulse WeakUpright Zheng Qi WeaknessPhlegmAsthmaAsthma ParoxysmalBronchial AsthmaSputumBreathing ShortSleeplessWaist PainStools DryUrine ScantyUrine RedComplexion PaleLips BlueSweatingTirednessTongue Coating WhiteTongue Coating MoistLung DeficiencyKidney DeficiencyMiddle Burner Qi DeficiencyCold Bl13Poor AppetiteVoice WeaknessPulse DeepPulse ThinPulse WeakUpright Zheng Qi WeaknessAsthma ParoxysmalBronchial AsthmaBreathing ShortWaist PainStools DryUrine ScantyUrine RedComplexion PaleLips BlueTongue Coating WhiteTongue Coating MoistLung DeficiencyKidney DeficiencyMiddle Burner Qi DeficiencyCold Bl13
Point 1 of 9

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.

Acupuncture Point Prescriptions, entry ACC2
Substantiated by a study. ST36, SP06, BL23, CV04, CV06 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1093/ecam/nep239 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Kidney Deficiency

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 Kidney Deficiency
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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