Acupuncture Points for Premature Ovarian Failure

6 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Premature Ovarian Failure:

Points cited for Premature Ovarian Failure

How often each point appears across the 6 entries ranked highest for Premature Ovarian Failure. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 6
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel4 of 6
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian4 of 6
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian4 of 6
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian4 of 6
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 6
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 6
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian3 of 6
  • CV03Central PivotConception Vessel3 of 6
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian3 of 6
  • ST25Celestial PivotStomach Meridian3 of 6
  • ST29ReturnStomach Meridian3 of 6

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (9 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · CV03 · CV04 · CV06

Point 1 of 9

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:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.2016.01.020
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, BL18, BL20, BL23, KD03, CV04 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.0255-2930.2019.11.012

Protocol (13 points)

100%

ST25 · ST29 · ST36 · SP10 · KD03 · KD12 · GB13 · LV03 · CV03 · CV06 · CV12 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 13

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:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024054
Corroborated by a second study. ST25, ST29, ST36, KD03, GB13, LV03, CV03, GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2014/718675

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · BL32 · 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:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024054
Corroborated by a second study. BL18, BL20, BL23, BL32 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.0255-2930.2019.11.012

Protocol (2 points)

100%

SP06 · CV04

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:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024054
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, CV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.2016.01.020

Protocol (14 points)

100%

ST25 · ST28 · ST29 · ST36 · SP06 · BL23 · BL32 · KD03 · GB13 · LV03 · CV03 · CV04 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 14

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:10.1155/2014/718675
Corroborated by a second study. ST25, ST28, ST29, ST36, SP06, BL23, BL32, KD03, LV03, CV04 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.0255-2930.2019.11.012

Protocol (18 points)

100%

ST25 · ST28 · ST29 · ST36 · SP06 · SP09 · SP10 · BL17 · BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · BL32 · KD03 · KD12 · LV03 · CV04 · XB08 · XC01

Point 1 of 18

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.0255-2930.2019.11.012
Corroborated by a second study. ST25, ST28, ST29, ST36, SP06, BL23, BL32, KD03, LV03, CV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2014/718675
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Using Acupoints for Premature Ovarian Failure

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 Ovarian Failure
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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