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Acupuncture Points for Leg Pain

34 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Leg Pain:

Leg PainSciaticaLow Back PainLumbar Disc HerniationLumbar PainClaudication Neurogenic

Points cited for Leg Pain

How often each point appears across the 50 entries ranked highest for Leg Pain. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian30 of 50
  • GB30Jumping CircleGallbladder Meridian30 of 50
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian29 of 50
  • BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian29 of 50
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian21 of 50
  • BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian17 of 50
  • BL54Lowermost In OrderBladder Meridian15 of 50
  • GV03Yang Lumbar GateGoverning Vessel15 of 50
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian14 of 50
  • GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian11 of 50
  • BL24Sea Of Qi Shu PointBladder Meridian9 of 50
  • GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel9 of 50

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

LI04 · ST36 · GB31 · LV03

OsteoarthritisLeg PainHip PainSpinal StenosisDegenerative Disc DiseaseLumbar Spondylosis
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:10.2147/ijgm.s3670 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, GB31, LV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.imr.2025.101204 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL25 · BL40

SciaticaLeg PainLow Back PainRadiculopathyLower Extremity Numbness
Point 1 of 2

BL25Large Intestine Shu Point

BL25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大腸俞 (dà cháng yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV03 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Common Cold, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-12-226 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL25, BL40 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-2016-012821 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL25 · GV02

SciaticaLeg PainLow Back PainRadiculopathyLower Extremity Numbness
Point 1 of 2

BL25Large Intestine Shu Point

BL25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大腸俞 (dà cháng yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV03 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Common Cold, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-12-226 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL25, GV02 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fmed.2025.1674464 ↗

Protocol (11 points)

100%

SP06 · SP09 · BL23 · BL25 · BL56 · BL57 · GB30 · GB34 · GB39 · GV03 · GV04

Leg PainLow-back PainSpinal-stenosis LumbarClaudication Neurological
Point 1 of 11

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:10.1155/2015/263898 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. SP09, BL23, BL25, BL57, GB30, GB34, GB39, GV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/JPR.S438219 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL40 · GB30 · GB34

SciaticaLeg PainLeg NumbnessLeg WeaknessLower-back PainParesthesia Leg
Point 1 of 3

BL40Middle Of The Crease

BL40 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 委中 (wěi zhōng)

🎯 Location: Midpoint of the transverse crease of the popliteal fossa between tendons of the biceps femoris and semitendinosus.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in weakness/fatigue; avoid strong stimulation.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Diarrhea, Knee Pain, Vomiting, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2015/425108 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL40, GB30, GB34 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/2515690X251355513 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL23 · BL25 · BL40 · BL57 · KD03

Leg PainLower Back PainButtock PainLower Extremity NumbnessClaudication IntermittentSpinal Stenosis Lumbar Degenerative
Point 1 of 5

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2016-012821 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL25, BL40, BL57 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/2515690X251355513 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Leg Pain

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 Leg Pain
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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