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Acupuncture Points for Radiculopathy Lumbar

8 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Radiculopathy Lumbar:

Lumbar Disc HerniationLow Back PainLower Limb PainLumbar PainDisc Herniation LumbarHerniation Disc Lumbar

Points cited for Radiculopathy Lumbar

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

  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian8 of 8
  • BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian4 of 8
  • GB30Jumping CircleGallbladder Meridian4 of 8
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 8
  • GV03Yang Lumbar GateGoverning Vessel3 of 8
  • BL24Sea Of Qi Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 8
  • BL26Original Qi Gate Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 8
  • BL31Upper Bone HoleBladder Meridian2 of 8
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian2 of 8
  • GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel2 of 8
  • BL22Sanjiao Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 8
  • BL27Small Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 8

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL25 · GV02

Low Back PainLower Limb PainLumbar Disc HerniationRadiculopathy Lumbar
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:10.1155/2014/154941 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL25 · BL40

Low Back PainLower Limb PainLumbar Disc HerniationRadiculopathy Lumbar
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:10.1155/2014/154941 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

BL25 · BL40 · GB30 · GB34 · GB39 · GB40

Low Back PainLower Limb PainLumbar Disc HerniationRadiculopathy Lumbar
Point 1 of 6

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:10.1155/2014/154941 ↗

Protocol (14 points)

100%

BL22 · BL23 · BL24 · BL25 · BL26 · BL27 · BL31 · BL32 · BL33 · BL34 · BL54 · GB30 · GV03 · GV04

Leg PainLeg NumbnessLeg WeaknessRadiculopathy LumbarLower-back Pain
Point 1 of 14

BL22Sanjiao Shu Point

BL22 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三焦俞 (sān jiāo yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV05 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Stress, Fever, Diarrhea, Jaundice, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3831/KPI.2025.28.4.269 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

BL24 · BL25 · BL31 · GB30

Low-back PainRadiculopathy Lumbar
Point 1 of 4

BL24Sea Of Qi Shu Point

BL24 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 氣海俞 (qì hǎi yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the du mai at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Abdominal Pain, Hemorrhoids, Menstrual Cramps, Leg Weakness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/md.0000000000039720 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

90%

BL25 · BL26

Lumbar PainRadiculopathy LumbarHerniation Disc Lumbar
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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Liu Yaru et al.. Efficacy and safety of electroacupuncture in treatment of lumbar disc herniation: a protocol for a cohort study.. Journal of traditional Chinese medicine = Chung i tsa chih ying wen pan, 2020
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Using Acupoints for Radiculopathy Lumbar

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

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