Points cited for Chest Tightness How often each point appears across the 9 entries ranked highest for Chest Tightness. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
BL13 Lung Shu Point Bladder Meridian 3 of 9 BL17 Diaphragm Shu Point Bladder Meridian 3 of 9 PC06 Inner Gate Pericardium Meridian 3 of 9 ST25 Celestial Pivot Stomach Meridian 3 of 9 ST36 Leg Three Miles Stomach Meridian 3 of 9 BL21 Stomach Shu Point Bladder Meridian 2 of 9 BL25 Large Intestine Shu Point Bladder Meridian 2 of 9 BL46 Diaphragm Gate Bladder Meridian 2 of 9 CV12 Stomach Centre Conception Vessel 2 of 9 CV22 Celestial Prominence Conception Vessel 2 of 9 LI04 Junction Valley Large Intestine Meridian 2 of 9 LU01 Central Mansion Lung Meridian 2 of 9 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
Protocol (2 points) 100% BL13 · BL17
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 肺俞 (fèi yú)
🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV12 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Chest Pain , Fever , Shortness of Breath , Asthma
Protocol (4 points) 100% GB08 · GB09 · GV23 · GV24
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 率谷 (shuài gǔ)
🎯 Location: Superior to the apex of the auricle 1.5 thumb widths within the hairline.
⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications for head points.
🛡️ Treats: Phlegm , Dizziness , Vomiting , Wind , Pain
Protocol (3 points) 100% BL12 · BL13 · GV14
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 風門 (fēng mén)
🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the du mai at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd thoracic vertebra.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.
🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest , Cough , Chest Pain , Fever , Shortness of Breath
Protocol (3 points) 100% BL13 · BL20 · BL23
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 肺俞 (fèi yú)
🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV12 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Chest Pain , Fever , Shortness of Breath , Asthma
Protocol (6 points) 100% LU01 · LU03 · LU09 · LI04 · ST36 · LV03
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 中府 (zhōng fǔ)
🎯 Location: Laterosuperior to the sternum 1 thumb width below LU02 at the level of the 1st intercostal space 6 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.
⚠️ Cautions: Needle obliquely or laterally, never deeply or medially – risk of pneumothorax.
🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest , Cough , Chest Pain , Fever , Shortness of Breath
Protocol (12 points) 62% ST25 · ST36 · ST40 · SP04 · BL17 · BL21 · BL25 · BL46 · PC06 · PC07 · CV12 · CV22
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 天樞 (tiān shū)
🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.
⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.
🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite , Diarrhea , Constipation , Vomiting , Abdominal Bloating
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Buy Using Acupoints for Chest Tightness 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 Tightness Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.