Points cited for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease How often each point appears across the 9 entries ranked highest for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
BL13 Lung Shu Point Bladder Meridian 7 of 9 CV17 Chest Centre Conception Vessel 5 of 9 LU09 Great Source Lung Meridian 4 of 9 ST36 Leg Three Miles Stomach Meridian 4 of 9 BL23 Kidney Shu Point Bladder Meridian 3 of 9 CV12 Stomach Centre Conception Vessel 3 of 9 ST40 Abundant Bulge Stomach Meridian 3 of 9 XB01A Asthma Rest Extra Points: Back 3 of 9 XB01B Relieve Dyspnoea Extra Points: Back 3 of 9 BL20 Spleen Shu Point Bladder Meridian 2 of 9 CV04 Original Qi Gate Conception Vessel 2 of 9 GV14 Great Vertebra Governing Vessel 2 of 9 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
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 (2 points) 100% LU05 · LU09
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🗺️ 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
Protocol (3 points) 100% BL13 · BL43 · GV14
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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 (7 points) 100% ST16 · ST18 · ST25 · ST40 · CV04 · CV12 · CV17
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 膺窗 (yīng chuāng)
🎯 Location: In the 3rd intercostal space 4 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.
⚠️ Cautions: Risk of pneumothorax; avoid deep needling.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Fever , Chest Fullness , Breast Abscess , Chills
Protocol (12 points) 100% LU01 · LU09 · LI18 · ST36 · BL10 · BL13 · BL20 · BL23 · KD03 · CV04 · CV12 · CV17
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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 (10 points) 100% LU09 · ST25 · ST36 · ST40 · SP15 · BL13 · CV12 · CV17 · XB01A · XB01B
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 太淵 (tài yuān)
🎯 Location: At the radial end of the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery.
⚠️ Cautions: Caution in patients with cardiac arrhythmias; avoid excessive stimulation.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Shortness of Breath , Asthma , Coughing Blood , Common Cold
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Buy Using Acupoints for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.
