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Acupuncture Points for Arrhythmia

16 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Arrhythmia:

Atrial FibrillationPalpitationsPostoperative PainAnxietyAtrial Fibrillation PersistentAtrial Fibrillation Postoperative

Points cited for Arrhythmia

How often each point appears across the 24 entries ranked highest for Arrhythmia. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian24 of 24
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian13 of 24
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian7 of 24
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian7 of 24
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian6 of 24
  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel4 of 24
  • TB05Outer GateTriple Burner Meridian4 of 24
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian3 of 24
  • PC08Palace Of ToilPericardium Meridian3 of 24
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel2 of 24
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian2 of 24
  • LU07Interrupted SequenceLung Meridian2 of 24

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (3 points)

100%

ST36 · HT07 · PC06

PalpitationsHypertensionArrhythmiaTachycardiaAtrial FibrillationArrhythmia Atrial Fibrillation
Point 1 of 3

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:10.15537/smj.2015.11.12891 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, HT07, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3390/medicina58010041 ↗

Single-point entry

100%
Arrhythmia

PC06Inner Gate

PC06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Pericardium Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 內關 (nèi guān)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe deficiency conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Dizziness, Spleen Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.jams.2014.10.009 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.15537/smj.2015.11.12891 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

LI04 · PC06 · PC08 · TB05

AnxietyVomitingInsomniaHypertensionNauseaArrhythmiaTremorAlcohol Withdrawal SyndromeCraving AlcoholHallucination
Point 1 of 4

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1177/0300060520910052 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, PC06, TB05 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fmed.2025.1565359 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

ST36 · ST37 · HT07 · PC05 · PC06

ArrhythmiaAtrial FibrillationArrhythmia Atrial FibrillationArrhythmia PersistentAtrial Fibrillation Persistent
Point 1 of 5

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:10.3390/medicina58010041 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, HT07, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.15537/smj.2015.11.12891 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

100%

PC06 · TB05

ArrhythmiaPostoperative PainArrhythmia Perioperative
Point 1 of 2

PC06Inner Gate

PC06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Pericardium Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 內關 (nèi guān)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe deficiency conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Dizziness, Spleen Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20250701 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06, TB05 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/0300060520910052 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

PC06 · PC07 · PC08 · PC09

ArrhythmiaCardiac Ischemia
Point 1 of 4

PC06Inner Gate

PC06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Pericardium Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 內關 (nèi guān)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe deficiency conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Dizziness, Spleen Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.1996.04.019 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06, PC08 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/0300060520910052 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Arrhythmia

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

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