Acupuncture Points for Sleep Poor Quality

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Sleep Poor Quality:

Points cited for Sleep Poor Quality

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Sleep Poor Quality. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 3
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 3
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 3
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 3
  • CV24Saliva ReceptacleConception Vessel1 of 3
  • GB01Pupil CreviceGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 3
  • GV26PhiltrumGoverning Vessel1 of 3
  • KD25Spirit StorehouseKidney Meridian1 of 3
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 3
  • SI03Back StreamSmall Intestine Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (10 points)

100%

ST01 · SP21 · SI03 · BL02 · KD25 · PC06 · GB01 · CV24 · GV20 · GV26

Point 1 of 10

ST01Tear Container

ST01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承泣 (chéng qì)

🎯 Location: With eyes looking straight forward, point is directly below pupil between eyeball and infraorbital ridge.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated for direct needling; use only pressure.

🛡️ Treats: Tinnitus, Common Cold, Heat, Wind, Redness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000044211
Corroborated by a second study. PC06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2025.1580759

Protocol (5 points)

100%

LI11 · ST36 · CV04 · CV06 · CV12

Point 1 of 5

LI11Pond At The Bend

LI11 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 曲池 (qū chí)

🎯 Location: When elbow is flexed point is in the depression the at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease midway between LU05 and lateral epicondyle of the humerus.

⚠️ Cautions: Monitor blood pressure and avoid strong stimulation where hypertension is uncontrolled or unstable; hypertensive crisis is a medical emergency. Avoid excessive stimulation in weak patients.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Heat, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3390/healthcare11152182
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (2 points)

100%

SP04 · PC06

Point 1 of 2

SP04Grandfather Grandson

SP04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 公孫 (gōng sūn)

🎯 Location: In the depression the distal and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone at the junction of the red and white skin.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Jaundice, Depression, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fneur.2025.1580759
Corroborated by a second study. PC06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000044211
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Using Acupoints for Sleep Poor Quality

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 Poor Quality
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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