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Acupuncture Points for Cardiovascular Disease

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Cardiovascular Disease:

AnxietyDepression Cardiac ComorbidityGastrointestinal Disorder

Points cited for Cardiovascular Disease

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Cardiovascular Disease. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 2
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 2
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 2
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (5 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · PC06 · LV03 · GV20

AnxietyCardiovascular DiseaseDepression Cardiac Comorbidity
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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:10.13192/j.issn.1000-1719.2022.11.015 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.70976/j.2096-0964.wjim-2024-0029 ↗

Single-point entry

100%
Gastrointestinal DisorderCardiovascular Disease

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:10.70976/j.2096-0964.wjim-2024-0029 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13192/j.issn.1000-1719.2022.11.015 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Cardiovascular Disease

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 Cardiovascular Disease
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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