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Acupuncture Points for Chest Discomfort

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Chest Discomfort:

AngerAngina StableAnxietyChest Pain IschemicInsomniaIrritability

Points cited for Chest Discomfort

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

  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel2 of 2
  • BL14Absolute Yin Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 2
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 2
  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GB21Shoulder WellGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian1 of 2
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST02Four Direction BrightnessStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST03Great Bone HoleStomach Meridian1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

BL14 · BL15 · PC06 · CV17

Chest DiscomfortAngina StableChest Pain Ischemic
Point 1 of 4

BL14Absolute Yin Shu Point

BL14 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 厥陰俞 (jué yīn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the du mai at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Asthma, Palpitations, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2014/619706 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. CV17 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3831/KPI.2017.20.018 ↗

Protocol (10 points)

100%

ST01 · ST02 · ST03 · ST04 · GB14 · GB20 · GB21 · CV06 · CV12 · CV17

AnxietyPalpitationsInsomniaAngerChest DiscomfortParalysis FacialIrritability
Point 1 of 10

ST01Tear Container

ST01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承泣 (chéng qì)

🎯 Location: With eyes looking straight forward, point is directly below pupil between eyeball and infraorbital ridge.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated for direct needling; use only pressure.

🛡️ Treats: Tinnitus, Common Cold, Heat, Wind, Redness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3831/KPI.2017.20.018 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. CV17 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2014/619706 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Chest Discomfort

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 Chest Discomfort
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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