Acupuncture Points for Liver-kidney Deficiency

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Liver-kidney Deficiency

How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Liver-kidney Deficiency. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 4
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel2 of 4
  • GB33Yang Knee GateGallbladder Meridian2 of 4
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian2 of 4
  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian2 of 4
  • ST35Calf's NoseStomach Meridian2 of 4
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL38Superficial CleftBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL54Lowermost In OrderBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian1 of 4

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LU05 · LI10 · LI11 · LI12 · ST34 · ST35 · ST36 · SP09 · TB09 · GB34

Point 1 of 10

LU05Cubit Marsh

LU05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 尺澤 (chǐ zé)

🎯 Location: On the cubital crease in the depression of the radial side of the biceps brachii tendon; point is located with elbow slightly flexed.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of severe vascular disease; caution with depth at cubital fossa.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Knee Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.27879/d.cnki.ggxzy.2024.000325

Protocol (6 points)

100%

ST35 · ST36 · GB33 · GB34 · LV08 · CV04

Point 1 of 6

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:10.27134/d.cnki.ghbzc.2024.000027

Protocol (10 points)

100%

ST36 · ST41 · SP06 · SP09 · BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · KD01 · CV04 · CV06

Point 1 of 10

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:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.022190

Protocol (8 points)

100%

ST32 · BL38 · BL54 · BL60 · KD03 · GB29 · GB33 · LV07

Point 1 of 8

ST32Crouching Rabbit

ST32 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 伏兔 (fú tù)

🎯 Location: On the line connecting asis and lateral border of the patella 6 thumb widths above the laterosuperior border of the patella.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Knee Pain, Common Cold, Pain, Lower Back Pain, Channel Stagnation

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250424-k0005
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Using Acupoints for Liver-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 Liver-kidney Deficiency
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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