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Acupuncture Points for Sciatic Nerve Pain

No sourced protocol covers Sciatic Nerve Pain yet.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Sciatic Nerve Pain:

SciaticaLow Back PainLumbar Disc HerniationLeg PainLumbar PainDisc Herniation Lumbar

Points cited for Sciatic Nerve Pain

How often each point appears across the 33 entries ranked highest for Sciatic Nerve Pain. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian23 of 33
  • GB30Jumping CircleGallbladder Meridian23 of 33
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian21 of 33
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian20 of 33
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian13 of 33
  • BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian11 of 33
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian9 of 33
  • BL54Lowermost In OrderBladder Meridian7 of 33
  • BL24Sea Of Qi Shu PointBladder Meridian6 of 33
  • GB31Wind MarketGallbladder Meridian5 of 33
  • GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian5 of 33
  • GV03Yang Lumbar GateGoverning Vessel5 of 33

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (9 points)

77%

BL23 · BL25 · BL40 · BL54 · BL57 · BL60 · GB30 · GB34 · GB39

SciaticaLeg PainSciatica PainBack Lower PainLower-back PainGluteal PainLeg Radiating PainNeurological-deficit
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:10.1177/2515690X251355513 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL40, BL54, BL57, BL60, GB30, GB34, GB39 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/prm/9030734 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

67%

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, BL40 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/2515690X251355513 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

67%

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, GV02 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fmed.2025.1674464 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

67%

BL40 · GB30 · GB34

SciaticaLeg PainLeg NumbnessLeg WeaknessLower-back PainParesthesia Leg
Point 1 of 3

BL40Middle Of The Crease

BL40 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 委中 (wěi zhōng)

🎯 Location: Midpoint of the transverse crease of the popliteal fossa between tendons of the biceps femoris and semitendinosus.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in weakness/fatigue; avoid strong stimulation.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Diarrhea, Knee Pain, Vomiting, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2015/425108 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL40, GB30, GB34 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/2515690X251355513 ↗

Protocol (8 points)

67%

BL22 · BL23 · BL24 · BL25 · BL52 · GV03 · GV04 · GV05

SciaticaLumbagoLeg PainLower Back Pain
Point 1 of 8

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.2012.15.006 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL25, GV03, GV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fmed.2025.1674464 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

67%

BL23 · BL25 · BL40 · GB30 · GB34

SciaticaLeg PainLeg NumbnessLower-back PainSpinal-stenosisDisc-herniation
Point 1 of 5

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:10.3831/KPI.2019.22.025 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL23, BL25, BL40, GB30, GB34 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/2515690X251355513 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Sciatic Nerve Pain

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 Sciatic Nerve Pain
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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