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Acupuncture Points for Atrial Fibrillation

15 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Atrial Fibrillation:

ArrhythmiaAtrial Fibrillation PersistentAtrial Fibrillation PostoperativePostoperative PainPalpitationsAnxiety

Points cited for Atrial Fibrillation

How often each point appears across the 15 entries ranked highest for Atrial Fibrillation. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian15 of 15
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian11 of 15
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian5 of 15
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian4 of 15
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 15
  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel3 of 15
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian3 of 15
  • PC05Intermediary MessengerPericardium Meridian2 of 15
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian2 of 15
  • ST37Upper Great HollowStomach Meridian2 of 15
  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 15
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 15

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (12 points)

100%

LU07 · LI04 · ST40 · SP06 · HT06 · BL17 · BL23 · KD03 · PC06 · GB20 · LV03 · LV08

Shortness of BreathTachycardiaAtrial FibrillationChronic BronchitisDampnessYin Deficiency LiverYin Deficiency KidneyYin Deficiency HeartBlood Stagnation
Point 1 of 12

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 列缺 (liè quē)

🎯 Location: Superior to the styloid process of the radius 1.5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradialis and tendon of the abductor policis longus.

⚠️ Cautions: Use with caution in patients with radial nerve sensitivity.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Phlegm

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/acupmed-2013-010380 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, PC06, LV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.xjon.2023.05.010 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

100%

ST36 · HT07 · PC06

PalpitationsHypertensionArrhythmiaTachycardiaAtrial FibrillationArrhythmia Atrial Fibrillation
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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 ↗

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 (4 points)

100%

PC06 · CV06 · CV12 · CV17

Atrial Fibrillation
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:10.13359/j.cnki.gzxbtcm.2022.01.023 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06, CV17 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3889/oamjms.2019.036 ↗

Protocol (8 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · SP10 · HT07 · BL15 · PC04 · PC06 · CV17

PalpitationsArrhythmiaAtrial Fibrillation
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:10.3889/oamjms.2019.036 ↗
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 (3 points)

100%

HT07 · BL15 · PC06

ArrhythmiaAtrial FibrillationAtrial Fibrillation Persistent
Point 1 of 3

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:10.1186/s13063-020-04967-y ↗
Corroborated by a second study. HT07, BL15, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3889/oamjms.2019.036 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Atrial Fibrillation

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 Atrial Fibrillation
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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