Acupuncture Points for Sensory Disturbance

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Sensory Disturbance:

Points cited for Sensory Disturbance

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Sensory Disturbance. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel2 of 3
  • BL08Declining ConnectionBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL24Sea Of Qi Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB06Suspended TuftGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB18Spirit SupportGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB30Jumping CircleGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • ST04Earth GranaryStomach Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (7 points)

100%

ST04 · ST06 · ST07 · BL08 · GB06 · GB18 · GV20

Point 1 of 7

ST04Earth Granary

ST04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 地倉 (dì cāng)

🎯 Location: Lateral to the corner of the mouth directly below pupil.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with facial nerve.

🛡️ Treats: Pain, Facial Droop, Channel Stagnation, Voice Loss, Toothache

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000005562

Protocol (6 points)

100%

BL23 · BL24 · BL25 · BL40 · BL60 · GB30

Point 1 of 6

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:10.3390/medicina62010225

Protocol (2 points)

90%

GB20 · GV20

Point 1 of 2

GB20Wind Pool

GB20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 風池 (fēng chí)

🎯 Location: In the depression the between upper portion of the scm and trapezius on the same level with GV16.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with vertebral artery; avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Stress, Fever, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

GE Qi-xue, WU Yan, WANG Chun-ling & WANG Shao-jie. Forty-six Cases of Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency Treated by Acupuncture plus Intravenous Infusion of Ligustrazine. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2008; 28(4): 245-249
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Using Acupoints for Sensory Disturbance

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 Sensory Disturbance
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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