Acupuncture Points for Cold Stomach

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Cold Stomach:

Points cited for Cold Stomach

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Cold Stomach. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • BL46Diaphragm GateBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel2 of 3
  • CV13Upper StomachConception Vessel2 of 3
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 3
  • ST20Receiving FullnessStomach Meridian2 of 3
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian2 of 3
  • SP14Abdominal BindSpleen Meridian1 of 3

No study in this index covers Cold Stomach

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (8 points)

70%

ST20 · ST36 · BL17 · BL18 · BL46 · PC06 · CV12 · CV13

Point 1 of 8

ST20Receiving Fullness

ST20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承满 (chéng mǎn)

🎯 Location: 5 thumb widths above the umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the CV13.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth in abdominal region.

🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating, Upper Stomach Pain

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Protocol (8 points)

70%

ST20 · ST36 · BL17 · BL18 · BL46 · PC06 · CV12 · CV13

Point 1 of 8

ST20Receiving Fullness

ST20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承满 (chéng mǎn)

🎯 Location: 5 thumb widths above the umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the CV13.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth in abdominal region.

🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating, Upper Stomach Pain

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Single-point entry

90%

SP14Abdominal Bind

SP14 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 腹結 (fù jié)

🎯 Location: 13 thumb widths below SP15, 4 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline, on the lateral side of the rectus abdominis.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Dysentery

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Yang Yong-Xuan, clinical point-selection notes
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Using Acupoints for Cold Stomach

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 Cold Stomach
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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