Acupuncture Points for Breastfeeding Difficulty

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Breastfeeding Difficulty:

Points cited for Breastfeeding Difficulty

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Breastfeeding Difficulty. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel1 of 1
  • SI01Lesser MarshSmall Intestine Meridian1 of 1
  • ST18Breast RootStomach Meridian1 of 1

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (3 points)

100%

ST18 · SI01 · CV17

Point 1 of 3

ST18Breast Root

ST18 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 乳根 (rǔ gēn)

🎯 Location: On the chest directly below nipple, on the lower border of the breast, in the 5th intercostal space 4 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in lactating women; avoid direct needling in breast tissue.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Shortness of Breath, Swelling, Breast Abscess, Breast Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.4103/ijnmr.ijnmr_378_23
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
AcuiQ Self-Treatment Guide
Acupressure you can do at home, every protocol traced to a trial.$12.99, free updates for life

Using Acupoints for Breastfeeding Difficulty

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 Breastfeeding Difficulty
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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