Acupuncture Points for Premature Ejaculation

8 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Premature Ejaculation:

Points cited for Premature Ejaculation

How often each point appears across the 8 entries ranked highest for Premature Ejaculation. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian7 of 8
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel7 of 8
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel7 of 8
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian4 of 8
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian4 of 8
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel3 of 8
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 8
  • BL52Willpower RoomBladder Meridian2 of 8
  • CV03Central PivotConception Vessel2 of 8
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian2 of 8
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian2 of 8
  • MS04Lateral Line 3 of ForeheadScalp Lines2 of 8

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (17 points)

100%

ST36 · SP12 · SP13 · BL23 · BL27 · BL28 · BL29 · BL30 · BL31 · BL32 · BL33 · BL34 · BL47 · KD01 · KD03 · CV04 · CV06

Point 1 of 17

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:10.4103/0973-6131.113408
Corroborated by a second study. KD03, CV04, CV06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.27368/d.cnki.gtzyy.2024.000659

Protocol (6 points)

100%

SP06 · HT07 · KD03 · CV04 · CV06 · GV20

Point 1 of 6

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:10.27368/d.cnki.gtzyy.2024.000659
Corroborated by a second study. KD03, CV04, CV06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.4103/0973-6131.113408

Protocol (8 points)

100%

BL18 · BL23 · GB20 · CV03 · CV04 · CV06 · GV20 · MS04

Point 1 of 8

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.0255-2930.20231215-k0004
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, CV04, CV06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.4103/0973-6131.113408

Protocol (9 points)

100%

BL18 · BL23 · GB20 · CV03 · CV04 · CV06 · GV20 · TF08 · MS04

Point 1 of 9

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.0255-2930.20231215-k0004
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, CV04, CV06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.4103/0973-6131.113408

Protocol (9 points)

90%

ST29 · ST30 · SP06 · BL23 · BL52 · KD03 · KD06 · CV04 · CV06

Point 1 of 9

ST29Return

ST29 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 归来 (guī lái)

🎯 Location: 4 thumb widths below umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the CV03.

⚠️ 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: Absent Periods, Swelling, Pain, Uterine Prolapse, Infertility

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker, A Manual of Acupuncture – point group actions
Substantiated by a study. BL23, KD03, CV04, CV06 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.4103/0973-6131.113408

Protocol (4 points)

90%

SP06 · BL23 · CV04 · CV06

Point 1 of 4

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

张亚梅庄田畋. 针灸治疗早泄穴位使用规律. 中国性科学 ., 2021 [CNKI]
Substantiated by a study. BL23, CV04, CV06 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.4103/0973-6131.113408
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Using Acupoints for Premature Ejaculation

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 Premature Ejaculation
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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