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Acupuncture Points for Urolithiasis

10 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Urolithiasis:

Discomfort UrinationDiscomfort UrinationInfection UrinaryInfection UrinaryDysuriaRenal Colic Pain

Points cited for Urolithiasis

How often each point appears across the 10 entries ranked highest for Urolithiasis. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian7 of 10
  • BL28Bladder Shu PointBladder Meridian5 of 10
  • CV03Central PivotConception Vessel5 of 10
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 10
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 10
  • BL39Outside Of The CreaseBladder Meridian1 of 10
  • BL60Kunlun (Mountains)Bladder Meridian1 of 10
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 10
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 10
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 10
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 10
  • KD05Water SpringKidney Meridian1 of 10

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

100%

SP06 · SP09

UrolithiasisRenal Colic PainUreteral Pain
Point 1 of 2

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/JPR.S339006 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (5 points)

100%

KD05 · TB06 · GB34 · LV04 · LV08

UrolithiasisRenal Colic PainAbdomen Left Pain
Point 1 of 5

KD05Water Spring

KD05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Kidney Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 水泉 (shuǐ quán)

🎯 Location: 1 thumb width directly below KD03 in the depression of the medial side of the tuberosity of the calcaneum.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Abdominal Pain, Absent Periods, Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Problems, Menstrual Cramps

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13633/j.cnki.zjtcm.2023.05.034 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL23 · CV04

UrolithiasisUrinary FrequencyUrinary UrgencyPostoperative PainLower Urinary Tract SymptomsUrinary Lower Tract SymptomsBody Pain
Point 1 of 2

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:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20230422-k0001 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (2 points)

100%

SP06 · SP09

UrolithiasisRenal Colic PainColic Renal
Point 1 of 2

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/JPR.S339006 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (4 points)

70%

SP09 · BL28 · BL39 · CV03

Discomfort UrinationDysuriaCalculiInfection UrinaryUrolithiasisDiscomfort UrinationInfection Urinary
Point 1 of 4

SP09Yin Mound Spring

SP09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 陰陵泉 (yīn líng quán)

🎯 Location: On the lower border of the medial condyle of the tibia in the depression the posterior and inferior to the medial condyle of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of knee inflammation.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Fever, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Jaundice

Website

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

sacredlotus.com ↗
Substantiated by a study. SP09 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.2147/JPR.S339006 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

70%

SP09 · BL23 · BL28 · KD06 · CV03

Discomfort UrinationDysuriaInfection UrinaryUrolithiasisUrine MilkyDiscomfort UrinationInfection UrinaryUrine Milky
Point 1 of 5

SP09Yin Mound Spring

SP09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 陰陵泉 (yīn líng quán)

🎯 Location: On the lower border of the medial condyle of the tibia in the depression the posterior and inferior to the medial condyle of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of knee inflammation.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Fever, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Jaundice

Website

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

sacredlotus.com ↗
Substantiated by a study. SP09 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.2147/JPR.S339006 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Urolithiasis

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

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