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Acupuncture Points for Paresthesia Hand

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Paresthesia Hand:

Carpal Tunnel SyndromeWrist PainHand NumbnessTingling Hand

Points cited for Paresthesia Hand

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Paresthesia Hand. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC07Great MoundPericardium Meridian2 of 3
  • LI05Yang StreamLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 3
  • LV04Mound CentreLiver Meridian1 of 3
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian1 of 3
  • SI05Yang ValleySmall Intestine Meridian1 of 3
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 3
  • TB05Outer GateTriple Burner Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

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PC07 · TB05

Carpal Tunnel SyndromeWrist PainParesthesia Hand
Point 1 of 2

PC07Great Mound

PC07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Pericardium Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大陵 (dà líng)

🎯 Location: In the middle of the transverse crease of the wrist between tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Chest Pain, Fever, Anxiety, Palpitations, Jaundice

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2013/795906 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC07 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3831/KPI.2021.24.2.76 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

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SP06 · LV04

Carpal Tunnel SyndromeWrist PainParesthesia Hand
Point 1 of 2

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:10.1155/2013/795906 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (4 points)

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LI05 · SI05 · PC06 · PC07

Carpal Tunnel SyndromeWrist PainHand NumbnessParesthesia HandTingling Hand
Point 1 of 4

LI05Yang Stream

LI05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 陽谿 (yáng xī )

🎯 Location: On the radial side of the wrist; when thumb is tilted upward it is in the depression the between tendons of the extensor pollicus longus and brevis.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Tinnitus, Common Cold, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3831/KPI.2021.24.2.76 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC07 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2013/795906 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Paresthesia Hand

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 Paresthesia Hand
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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