Acupuncture Points for Spasms

No sourced protocol covers Spasms yet.

Points cited for Spasms

How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Spasms. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian4 of 4
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 4
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian2 of 4
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian2 of 4
  • BL54Lowermost In OrderBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian1 of 4
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 4
  • CV14Great Palace GateConception Vessel1 of 4
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 4
  • GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian1 of 4
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 4
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 4

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (9 points)

34%

LU02 · LI11 · LI16 · ST36 · SP06 · KD27 · PC06 · CV12 · GV14

Point 1 of 9

LU02Cloud Gate

LU02 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 雲門 (yún mén)

🎯 Location: In the superior lateral part of the anterior thoracic wall superior to the coracoid process of the scapula in the depression of the infraclavicular fossa 6 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep needling due to proximity to lungs and blood vessels; contraindicated in hemoptysis.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, Asthma

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Acupuncture Point Prescriptions, entry ACC4
Substantiated by a study. SP06 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S264023

Protocol (3 points)

30%

ST28 · SP06 · BL54

Point 1 of 3

ST28Waterway

ST28 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 水道 (shuǐ dào)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the CV04.

⚠️ 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: Constipation, Back Pain, Shoulder Pain, Edema, Urinary Retention

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/IJWH.S264023

Protocol (11 points)

29%

LI04 · ST36 · SP06 · BL60 · KD06 · GB39 · LV01 · LV02 · LV03 · LV04 · GV20

Point 1 of 11

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

王文琴张永臣贾红玲. 太冲穴古代文献应用分析. 针灸临床杂志 ., 2013 [CNKI]
Substantiated by a study. SP06 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S264023

Protocol (6 points)

20%

LI04 · SP06 · HT07 · GB34 · LV03 · CV14

Point 1 of 6

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com
Substantiated by a study. SP06 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.2147/IJWH.S264023
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Using Acupoints for Spasms

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 Spasms
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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