Acupuncture Points for Osteoporosis

11 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Osteoporosis

How often each point appears across the 11 entries ranked highest for Osteoporosis. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian10 of 11
  • GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel8 of 11
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian7 of 11
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian7 of 11
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel6 of 11
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian5 of 11
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 11
  • GV03Yang Lumbar GateGoverning Vessel4 of 11
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian3 of 11
  • BL11Great ShuttleBladder Meridian2 of 11
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian2 of 11

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (10 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · BL11 · BL20 · BL23 · BL40 · KD03 · CV04 · GV03 · GV04

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:10.1155/2019/2705263
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, BL20, BL23, KD03, CV04, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13192/j.issn.1000-1719.2018.06.050

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL18 · BL23 · BL25 · GV03 · GV04

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:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20210812
Corroborated by a second study. BL18, BL23, BL25, GV03, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20231229-0002

Protocol (7 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · CV04 · GV04

Point 1 of 7

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:10.13192/j.issn.1000-1719.2018.06.050
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, BL20, BL23, KD03, CV04, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2019/2705263

Protocol (7 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · CV04 · GV04

Point 1 of 7

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:10.1155/2019/2705263
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, BL20, BL23, KD03, CV04, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13192/j.issn.1000-1719.2018.06.050

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL18 · BL23 · BL25 · GV03 · GV04

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:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20231229-0002
Corroborated by a second study. BL18, BL23, BL25, GV03, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20210812

Protocol (6 points)

100%

ST25 · ST36 · BL20 · BL23 · BL25 · GV04

Point 1 of 6

ST25Celestial Pivot

ST25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天樞 (tiān shū)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Constipation, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20191205-0005
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, BL20, BL23, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2019/2705263
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Using Acupoints for Osteoporosis

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

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