Acupuncture Points for Neck Muscular Pain

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Neck Muscular Pain:

Points cited for Neck Muscular Pain

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Neck Muscular Pain. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 1
  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 1
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 1
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 1
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 1
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian1 of 1
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 1
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian1 of 1
  • SI18Cheek Bone HoleSmall Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 1
  • SP10Sea Of BloodSpleen Meridian1 of 1

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (16 points)

90%

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

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
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Using Acupoints for Neck Muscular 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 Neck Muscular Pain
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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