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Acupuncture Points for Bradycardia

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Bradycardia:

BradycardiaBronchoscopyHypotensionProcedural Sedation

Points cited for Bradycardia

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Bradycardia. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian3 of 3
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 3
  • PC08Palace Of ToilPericardium Meridian1 of 3
  • TB05Outer GateTriple Burner Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

90%

BL15 · PC06

BradycardiaBradycardia
Point 1 of 2

BL15Heart Shu Point

BL15 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 心俞 (xīn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV11 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling – risk of pneumothorax. New, worsening or unstable cardiac symptoms need medical assessment before treatment.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Anxiety, Sweating, Coughing Blood

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Xu Lian-deng et al.. [Observation on therapeutic effect of acupoint sticking at Neiguan (PC 6) and Xinshu (BL 15) for treatment of bradycardia].. Zhongguo zhen jiu = Chinese acupuncture & moxibustion, 2010

Protocol (4 points)

90%

LI04 · PC06 · PC08 · TB05

HypotensionBradycardiaProcedural SedationBronchoscopy
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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Qi Sheng et al.. [Application of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation combined with infusion of propofol in anodynia bronchoscopy].. Zhongguo zhen jiu = Chinese acupuncture & moxibustion, 2014

Protocol (2 points)

60%

BL15 · PC06

Bradycardia
Point 1 of 2

BL15Heart Shu Point

BL15 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 心俞 (xīn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV11 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling – risk of pneumothorax. New, worsening or unstable cardiac symptoms need medical assessment before treatment.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Anxiety, Sweating, Coughing Blood

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Using Acupoints for Bradycardia

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

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.