Points cited for Sleep Difficulty Initiating How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Sleep Difficulty Initiating. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
HT07 Spirit Gate Heart Meridian 4 of 4 GV20 100 Convergences Governing Vessel 3 of 4 SP06 Three Yin Intersection Spleen Meridian 3 of 4 BL62 Extending Vessel Bladder Meridian 1 of 4 GV24 Spirit Court Governing Vessel 1 of 4 HT08 Lesser Mansion Heart Meridian 1 of 4 KD06 Shining Sea Kidney Meridian 1 of 4 PC06 Inner Gate Pericardium Meridian 1 of 4 ST36 Leg Three Miles Stomach Meridian 1 of 4 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
Protocol (4 points) 100% SP06 · HT07 · GV20 · GV24
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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
Protocol (3 points) 100% SP06 · HT07 · GV20
SP06 Three Yin Intersection Click to enlarge
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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
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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
Protocol (8 points) 100% ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · HT08 · BL62 · KD06 · PC06 · GV20
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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
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Buy Using Acupoints for Sleep Difficulty Initiating 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 Sleep Difficulty Initiating Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.
