Points cited for Acute Depressive Disorder How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Acute Depressive Disorder. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
BL13 Lung Shu Point Bladder Meridian 1 of 2 BL17 Diaphragm Shu Point Bladder Meridian 1 of 2 BL19 Gallbladder Shu Point Bladder Meridian 1 of 2 BL42 Door Of The Corporeal Soul Bladder Meridian 1 of 2 BL46 Diaphragm Gate Bladder Meridian 1 of 2 BL48 Yang Headrope Bladder Meridian 1 of 2 CV04 Original Qi Gate Conception Vessel 1 of 2 CV06 Sea Of Qi Conception Vessel 1 of 2 CV10 Lower Stomach Conception Vessel 1 of 2 CV12 Stomach Centre Conception Vessel 1 of 2 CV15 Turtledove Tail Conception Vessel 1 of 2 GV20 100 Convergences Governing Vessel 1 of 2 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
Protocol (11 points) 100% LI04 · ST08 · SP06 · LV03 · CV04 · CV06 · CV10 · CV12 · CV15 · GV20 · XH03
Click to enlarge
Click to view all layers
🗺️ 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
Protocol (7 points) 100% BL13 · BL17 · BL19 · BL42 · BL46 · BL48 · KD01
Click to enlarge
Click to view all layers
🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 肺俞 (fèi yú)
🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV12 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Chest Pain , Fever , Shortness of Breath , Asthma
Hot Spots™ Press Needles
Sterile 1.5mm press needles on 3M backing tape · 100 per box
$19.99
per box · choose the quantity at checkout
Buy Now AcuiQ Self-Treatment Guide
Acupressure you can do at home, every protocol traced to a trial. – $12.99, free updates for life
Buy Using Acupoints for Acute Depressive Disorder 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 Acute Depressive Disorder Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.
