Acupuncture Points for Qi Stagnation Blood Stasis

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Qi Stagnation Blood Stasis:

Points cited for Qi Stagnation Blood Stasis

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Qi Stagnation Blood Stasis. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel2 of 3
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian2 of 3
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL24Sea Of Qi Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL26Original Qi Gate Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL27Small Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL28Bladder Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL29Middle Spine ShuBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL30White Ring Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL53Bladder VitalsBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL54Lowermost In OrderBladder Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (12 points)

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BL23 · BL24 · BL25 · BL26 · BL27 · BL28 · BL29 · BL30 · BL53 · BL54 · GB27 · GB28

Point 1 of 12

BL23Kidney Shu Point

BL23 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 腎俞 (shèn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV04 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Asthma, Tinnitus, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.21037/acr-2025-189
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (3 points)

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SP06 · SP10 · CV04

Point 1 of 3

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:10.20252/j.cnki.rrjk.2022.06.043
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:10.1007/s11655-021-3287-8

Protocol (3 points)

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SP06 · CV04 · CV06

Point 1 of 3

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:10.1007/s11655-021-3287-8
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:10.20252/j.cnki.rrjk.2022.06.043
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Using Acupoints for Qi Stagnation Blood Stasis

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 Qi Stagnation Blood Stasis
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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