Acupuncture Points for Postural Cataplexy

Points cited for Postural Cataplexy

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Postural Cataplexy. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 1
KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian1 of 1
LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 1
SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 1
ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian1 of 1
ST40Abundant BulgeStomach Meridian1 of 1

No study in this index covers Postural Cataplexy

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (7 points)

90%

ST36 · ST40 · SP06 · KD03 · GB20 · LV03 · GV14

Tinnitus Headache Deafness Vertigo Poor Vision Cervical Spondylosis Vertebroarterial Type Postural Cataplexy Cervical Lateral Deviation

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ST36Leg Three Miles

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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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

LI Kai, WEI Dan, LI Jia-kang. Acupuncture plus Acupoint-Injection for Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis of Vertebroarterial Type. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 28(4): 243-244

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Using Acupoints for Postural Cataplexy

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 Postural Cataplexy
Symptoms worsen despite treatment
If you have underlying health conditions

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