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Acupuncture Points for Radiculopathy

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Radiculopathy:

Lower Extremity NumbnessLeg PainLow Back PainSciaticaDisc Herniation LumbarDisc-herniation Lumbar Extruded

Points cited for Radiculopathy

How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Radiculopathy. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 4
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 4
  • GB30Jumping CircleGallbladder Meridian2 of 4
  • BL24Sea Of Qi Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL26Original Qi Gate Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL27Small Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL28Bladder Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL29Middle Spine ShuBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL30White Ring Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • GV02Lumbar PointGoverning Vessel1 of 4
  • GV03Yang Lumbar GateGoverning Vessel1 of 4

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL25 · BL40

SciaticaLeg PainLow Back PainRadiculopathyLower Extremity Numbness
Point 1 of 2

BL25Large Intestine Shu Point

BL25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大腸俞 (dà cháng yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV03 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Common Cold, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-12-226 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL25 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2024.1381292 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL25 · GV02

SciaticaLeg PainLow Back PainRadiculopathyLower Extremity Numbness
Point 1 of 2

BL25Large Intestine Shu Point

BL25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大腸俞 (dà cháng yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV03 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Common Cold, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-12-226 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL25 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2024.1381292 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL23 · GB30 · GV03

Lower Back PainRadiculopathyDisc Herniation Lumbar
Point 1 of 3

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:10.1155/2020/2948292 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, GB30 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2024.1381292 ↗

Protocol (9 points)

100%

BL23 · BL24 · BL25 · BL26 · BL27 · BL28 · BL29 · BL30 · GB30

RadiculopathyLower-limb NumbnessLower-back PainRadiating Lower-limb PainDisc-herniation Lumbar Extruded
Point 1 of 9

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:10.3389/fneur.2024.1381292 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, GB30 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2020/2948292 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Radiculopathy

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 Radiculopathy
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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