AcuiQ

Acupuncture Points for Cancer Head And Neck

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Cancer Head And Neck:

Dry Mouth Radiation-inducedXerostomiaAnxietyCancer Head-and-neckCancer NasopharyngealDepression

Points cited for Cancer Head And Neck

How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Cancer Head And Neck. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 4
  • CV24Saliva ReceptacleConception Vessel2 of 4
  • LU07Interrupted SequenceLung Meridian2 of 4
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian2 of 4
  • AT07OcciputAuricular Points1 of 4
  • AT12Nervous SubcortexAuricular Points1 of 4
  • GB02Hearing ConvergenceGallbladder Meridian1 of 4
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 4
  • HCS03MouthAuricular Points1 of 4
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian1 of 4
  • KD05Water SpringKidney Meridian1 of 4
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian1 of 4

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (3 points)

100%

LU07 · KD06 · CV24

Dry MouthXerostomiaDry Mouth Radiation-inducedCancer NasopharyngealCancer Head And NeckXerostomia Radiation-inducedReduced Saliva
Point 1 of 3

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ 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:10.1016/j.ejca.2011.12.030 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. CV24 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1007/s11136-016-1255-0 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

LI04 · ST36 · SP06 · CV24

XerostomiaDry Mouth Radiation-inducedCancer Head And Neck
Point 1 of 4

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ 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:10.1007/s11136-016-1255-0 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3390/cancers18132132 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

LU07 · LI04 · AT07 · AT12 · HCS03 · TF10

AnxietyDepressionOral PainCervicofacial PainMucositisCancer Head-and-neck
Point 1 of 6

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ 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:10.1016/j.apjon.2021.11.002 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LU07 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.ejca.2011.12.030 ↗

Protocol (18 points)

100%

LU05 · LU09 · LI04 · LI11 · ST03 · ST04 · ST05 · ST06 · ST07 · ST36 · SI19 · KD03 · KD05 · PC03 · TB21 · GB02 · GV20 · XH03

Cancer Head And NeckQuality Of Life Reduced
Point 1 of 18

LU05Cubit Marsh

LU05 acupoint
Click to enlarge

Click to view all layers

🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 尺澤 (chǐ zé)

🎯 Location: On the cubital crease in the depression of the radial side of the biceps brachii tendon; point is located with elbow slightly flexed.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of severe vascular disease; caution with depth at cubital fossa.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Knee Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3390/cancers18132132 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1007/s11136-016-1255-0 ↗
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 Cancer Head And Neck

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 Cancer Head And Neck
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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