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Acupuncture Points for Plantar Fasciitis

7 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Plantar Fasciitis:

Heel PainPlantar FasciitisPlantar Fascia PainHeel Plantar PainPlantar PainBack Low Pain

Points cited for Plantar Fasciitis

How often each point appears across the 7 entries ranked highest for Plantar Fasciitis. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian5 of 7
  • BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian4 of 7
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian4 of 7
  • BL58Taking FlightBladder Meridian1 of 7
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 7
  • PC07Great MoundPericardium Meridian1 of 7

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL58 · KD03

Heel PainPlantar FasciitisPlantar Fascia PainStiffness FootPlantar Fasciitis
Point 1 of 2

BL58Taking Flight

BL58 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 飛陽 (fēi yáng)

🎯 Location: 7 thumb widths directly above the BL60 on the posterior border of the fibula about 1 thumb width lateral and inferior to the BL57.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Dizziness, Back Pain, Heaviness, Swelling

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.jams.2019.05.003 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. KD03 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/JPR.S492541 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL57 · BL60 · KD03

Heel PainBack Low PainPlantar FasciitisPlantar Fascia PainHeel Plantar PainPlantar Fasciitis
Point 1 of 3

BL57Mountain Support

BL57 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承山 (chéng shān)

🎯 Location: On the posterior midline of the leg between BL40 and BL60 in the pointed depression the formed below gastrocnemius belly when leg is stretched or heel is lifted.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Pain, Rectal Prolapse, Malaria, Hemorrhoids

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/JPR.S492541 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL57, BL60, KD03 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-2018-026147 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL57 · BL60 · KD03

Heel PainPlantar Fascia PainPlantar Fasciitis
Point 1 of 3

BL57Mountain Support

BL57 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承山 (chéng shān)

🎯 Location: On the posterior midline of the leg between BL40 and BL60 in the pointed depression the formed below gastrocnemius belly when leg is stretched or heel is lifted.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Pain, Rectal Prolapse, Malaria, Hemorrhoids

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2018-026147 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL57, BL60, KD03 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.S492541 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL57 · BL60 · KD03

Heel PainPlantar Fascia PainPlantar Fasciitis
Point 1 of 3

BL57Mountain Support

BL57 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承山 (chéng shān)

🎯 Location: On the posterior midline of the leg between BL40 and BL60 in the pointed depression the formed below gastrocnemius belly when leg is stretched or heel is lifted.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Pain, Rectal Prolapse, Malaria, Hemorrhoids

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2020-036773 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL57, BL60, KD03 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.S492541 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL57 · BL60 · KD03

Heel PainPlantar Fascia PainPlantar Fasciitis
Point 1 of 3

BL57Mountain Support

BL57 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承山 (chéng shān)

🎯 Location: On the posterior midline of the leg between BL40 and BL60 in the pointed depression the formed below gastrocnemius belly when leg is stretched or heel is lifted.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Pain, Rectal Prolapse, Malaria, Hemorrhoids

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.conctc.2024.101355 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL57, BL60, KD03 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.S492541 ↗

Single-point entry

100%
Heel PainPlantar PainPlantar FasciitisPlantar Fascia PainHeel Plantar PainPlantar Fasciitis

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:10.1093/ecam/nep186 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.
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Using Acupoints for Plantar Fasciitis

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 Plantar Fasciitis
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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