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Acupuncture Points for Urge Movement Legs

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Urge Movement Legs:

Restless Legs SyndromeAnxietyInsomnia NocturnalCrawling Legs SensationLower Limb Abnormal SensationSleep Disturbance

Points cited for Urge Movement Legs

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

  • BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian3 of 4
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian3 of 4
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 4
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 4
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian2 of 4
  • GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian2 of 4
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel2 of 4
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian2 of 4
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 4
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 4
  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel1 of 4

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (8 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · SP10 · BL23 · BL57 · KD03 · LV03 · GV04

Sleep DisturbanceRestless Legs SyndromeLower Limb Abnormal SensationUrge Movement Legs
Point 1 of 8

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.bj.2021.05.005 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · BL57 · GB34 · GB39 · LV03

Sleep DisturbanceRestless Legs SyndromeLower Limb Abnormal SensationUrge Movement Legs
Point 1 of 6

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.bj.2021.05.005 ↗

Protocol (8 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · BL57 · PC06 · GB34 · GB39 · GV20

AnxietyRestless Legs SyndromeUrge Movement LegsCrawling Legs SensationInsomnia Nocturnal
Point 1 of 8

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000039926 ↗

Protocol (7 points)

100%

HT07 · PC06 · LV03 · CV12 · CV17 · GV20 · GV24

AnxietyRestless Legs SyndromeUrge Movement LegsCrawling Legs SensationInsomnia Nocturnal
Point 1 of 7

HT07Spirit Gate

HT07 acupoint
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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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000039926 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Urge Movement Legs

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 Urge Movement Legs
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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