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Acupuncture Points for Lassitude

8 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Lassitude:

HeadacheInsomniaLoose StoolAnorexiaDizzinessFatigue

Points cited for Lassitude

How often each point appears across the 8 entries ranked highest for Lassitude. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 8
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian4 of 8
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian4 of 8
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 8
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 8
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 8
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian3 of 8
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 8
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian3 of 8
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 8
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 8
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel2 of 8

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (9 points)

90%

LI04 · ST36 · HT06 · BL15 · BL17 · PC06 · LV03 · CV14 · CV17

SweatingLassitudePoor AppetitePalpitationChest Precordial PainLoose Stool
Point 1 of 9

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.

Hu Jinsheng. Acupuncture Treatment of Chest Bi Syndrome. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 28(2): 148-151

Protocol (16 points)

90%

LI04 · ST02 · ST04 · ST06 · ST36 · SP06 · SP10 · HT07 · SI18 · BL13 · BL17 · BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · PC06 · LV03

LassitudeAbdominal DistentionChloasmaShoulder PainLoose StoolNeck Muscular PainQuick Temper
Point 1 of 16

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.

HU Jin-sheng. Acupuncture Treatment of Chloasma. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 28(4): 305-307

Protocol (19 points)

90%

LI04 · ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · BL15 · BL17 · BL18 · BL20 · BL21 · BL23 · BL26 · KD03 · PC06 · GB20 · LV03 · CV06 · CV12 · GV20 · GV24

FatigueDizzinessHeadacheDepressionLassitudeKnee PainHead Vertex PainDyspneaHeaviness Lower LimbsLower Back Pain
Point 1 of 19

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.

HU Jin-sheng. Acupuncture Treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(3): 234-236

Protocol (6 points)

90%

ST24 · ST26 · CV04 · CV06 · CV10 · CV12

DizzinessTinnitusHeadacheInsomniaLassitudeAmnesiaDiarrheaKnees WeaknessJoints PainBack PainSore ThroatVision BlurredDreaming ExcessiveSweating SpontaneousNeck PainFatigue ChronicOppression ThoracicMuscles PainShoulders PainArms PainLoin WeaknessLymphadenectasisAnorexiaTaste Bitter MouthTaste Absent MouthAbdominal BloatingUrination Frequent Night
Point 1 of 6

ST24Slippery Flesh Gate

ST24 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 滑肉門 (huá ròu mén)

🎯 Location: 1 thumb width above the umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the CV09.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Phlegm, Depression, Vomiting, Upper Stomach Pain, Vomiting Blood

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

HUANG Yong, LIAO Xiao-ming, LI Xiao-xi & SONG Yuan-bin. Clinical Observation on the Effects of Bo's Abdominal Acupuncture in 40 Cases of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 28(4): 264-266

Protocol (7 points)

90%

SP04 · SP06 · SP08 · SP09 · SP10 · SP14 · SP15

LassitudeEdemaAnorexiaObesity AbdominalOliguriaAbdominal Fullness
Point 1 of 7

SP04Grandfather Grandson

SP04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 公孫 (gōng sūn)

🎯 Location: In the depression the distal and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone at the junction of the red and white skin.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Jaundice, Depression, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Wu J, Li Q, Chen L, Tian D. Clinical research on using acupuncture to treat female adult abdominal obesity with spleen deficiency and exuberant dampness. J Tradit Chin Med 2014; 34(3): 274-278

Protocol (2 points)

90%

BL23 · CV04

LassitudeForgetfulnessHair LossAversion ColdFlaccidity LoinsFlaccidity KneesFrequent NocturiaShortness BreathLoose BowelHair GrayingLoose TeethDecreased Sexual_desireEdema CheeksEdema Eyelids
Point 1 of 2

BL23Kidney Shu Point

BL23 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 腎俞 (shèn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV04 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Asthma, Tinnitus, Qi Deficiency

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Shi Y, Cui Y, Wu H, Zhang W, Zhao C, Liu H, Guo L, Wu B, Yu A, Zhang Y. Effects of mild-warming moxibustion on Bcl-2 and PKC expressions of peripheral blood in elderly people. J Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2012, 32(1): 45-51
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Using Acupoints for Lassitude

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 Lassitude
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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