How to locate and needle Yaotongdian acupoint for acute low back pain

This video shows you how to locate and use Yaotongdian acupoints. These points are recommended for the treatment of acute low back pain. These points have been shown in several studies to be just as effective as medication when stimulated on a patient with acute low back pain and are best used in conjunction with mobility exercises.

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Bilateral, contralateral, ipsilateral, or either side in relation to pain?

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Hi @bruce33ef, Thank you for your query. It is best to use the points on the side on which the pain is on.