Acupuncture Points for Restlessness Insomnia

9 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Restlessness Insomnia:

Points cited for Restlessness Insomnia

How often each point appears across the 9 entries ranked highest for Restlessness Insomnia. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel7 of 9
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian6 of 9
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian5 of 9
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian4 of 9
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian4 of 9
  • BL62Extending VesselBladder Meridian2 of 9
  • GV24Spirit CourtGoverning Vessel2 of 9
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian2 of 9
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian2 of 9
  • XH03Hall Of Impression Or Seal HallExtra Points: Head2 of 9
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 9
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 9

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

HT07 · BL15 · BL18 · LV03

Point 1 of 4

HT07Spirit Gate

HT07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Heart Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 神門 (shén mén)

🎯 Location: At the ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the radial side of the tendon of the flexor carpi ulnaris.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cardiac arrhythmias.

🛡️ Treats: Anxiety, Shortness of Breath, Palpitations, Common Cold, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/NSS.S521578
Corroborated by a second study. HT07, LV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.clinsp.2025.100814

Protocol (3 points)

100%

BL62 · KD06 · GV20

Point 1 of 3

BL62Extending Vessel

BL62 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 申脈 (shēn mài)

🎯 Location: In the depression the directly below external malleolus.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Sweating, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/NSS.S521578
Corroborated by a second study. BL62, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S553524

Protocol (5 points)

100%

ST08 · PC06 · GB08 · GB15 · GV20

Point 1 of 5

ST08Head Corner

ST08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 頭維 (tóu wéi)

🎯 Location: On the lateral side of the head, 0.5 thumb widths above the anterior hairline at the corner of the forehead & 4.5 thumb widths lateral to the midline of the head.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Shortness of Breath, Dizziness, Vomiting, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s12906-025-05033-3
Corroborated by a second study. PC06, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.clinsp.2025.100814

Protocol (7 points)

100%

SP06 · HT07 · KD03 · PC06 · LV03 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 7

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:10.1016/j.clinsp.2025.100814
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, HT07, KD03, LV03, GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S553524

Protocol (18 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · BL23 · BL25 · BL32 · BL62 · KD03 · KD12 · KD16 · GB13 · GB26 · LV03 · CV04 · CV06 · CV12 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 18

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:10.2147/IJWH.S553524
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, HT07, KD03, LV03, GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.clinsp.2025.100814

Protocol (3 points)

100%

SP06 · HT07 · GV20

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:10.1097/MD.0000000000046151
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, HT07, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.clinsp.2025.100814
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Using Acupoints for Restlessness Insomnia

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 Restlessness Insomnia
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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