Acupuncture Points for Breast Cancer

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Breast Cancer

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

  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel3 of 3
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 3
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel2 of 3
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel2 of 3
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 3
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 3
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian2 of 3
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (22 points)

100%

LI04 · LI11 · ST15 · ST36 · SP06 · SI11 · BL02 · BL13 · BL17 · BL18 · BL23 · PC06 · TB17 · GB21 · GB34 · LV03 · CV04 · CV12 · CV17 · GV01 · GV14 · GV20

Point 1 of 22

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:10.16368/j.issn.1674-8999.2016.01.005
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, PC06, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s13058-023-01645-0

Protocol (9 points)

100%

SP06 · KD03 · PC06 · GV20 · GV24 · XH01A · XH01B · XH01C · XH01D

Point 1 of 9

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s13058-023-01645-0
Corroborated by a second study. SP06, PC06, GV20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.16368/j.issn.1674-8999.2016.01.005

Protocol (16 points)

90%

LI04 · LI10 · ST08 · ST36 · ST40 · SP06 · HT07 · BL59 · TB05 · GB08 · GB15 · GB17 · CV04 · CV12 · GV20 · GV26

Point 1 of 16

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.

Acupuncture Prevents Chemobrain in Breast Cancer Patients. ClinicalTrials.gov NCT02457039
Substantiated by a study. LI04, ST36, SP06, CV04, CV12, GV20 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.16368/j.issn.1674-8999.2016.01.005
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Using Acupoints for Breast Cancer

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 Breast Cancer
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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