Points cited for Consciousness Loss How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Consciousness Loss. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
GV20 100 Convergences Governing Vessel 3 of 5 GV26 Philtrum Governing Vessel 3 of 5 KD01 Bubbling Spring Kidney Meridian 3 of 5 PC09 Central Surge Pericardium Meridian 3 of 5 BL67 Reaching Yin Bladder Meridian 2 of 5 GB44 Foot Opening To Yin Gallbladder Meridian 2 of 5 HT09 Lesser Surge Heart Meridian 2 of 5 LI01 Metal Yang Large Intestine Meridian 2 of 5 LU11 Lesser Metal Lung Meridian 2 of 5 LV01 Big Mound Liver Meridian 2 of 5 SI01 Lesser Marsh Small Intestine Meridian 2 of 5 SP01 Hidden White Spleen Meridian 2 of 5 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
Protocol (4 points) 100% ST36 · HT07 · LV03 · GV20
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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
Protocol (3 points) 100% GB18 · GV20 · GV24
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 承靈 (chéng líng)
🎯 Location: On the head, 4 thumb widths above the anterior hairline and 22.5 thumb widths lateral to the midline of the head.
⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications for head points.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Shortness of Breath , Dizziness , Pain , Aversion Cold
Protocol (7 points) 90% LI04 · ST36 · KD01 · PC09 · CV04 · GV20 · GV26
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)
🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.
⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.
🛡️ Treats: Fever , Tinnitus , Release Exterior , Absent Periods , Wind
Text or case report Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.
Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker, A Manual of Acupuncture – point group actions Substantiated by a study. ST36, GV20 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription.
doi:10.3389/fpsyt.2025.1649111 ↗
Protocol (13 points) 90% LU11 · LI01 · ST45 · SP01 · HT09 · SI01 · BL67 · KD01 · PC09 · TB01 · GB44 · LV01 · GV26
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 少商 (shǎo shāng)
🎯 Location: On the radial side of the thumb about 0.1 thumb width posterior to the corner of the nail.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in patients with bleeding disorders; caution with depth.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Shortness of Breath , Sweating , Common Cold , Heat
Text or case report Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.
Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker, A Manual of Acupuncture – point group actions Not substantiated. Studies in the index cover this search, and none of their protocols use any of these points.
Protocol (13 points) 90% LU11 · LI01 · ST45 · SP01 · HT09 · SI01 · BL67 · KD01 · PC09 · TB01 · GB44 · LV01 · GV26
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 少商 (shǎo shāng)
🎯 Location: On the radial side of the thumb about 0.1 thumb width posterior to the corner of the nail.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in patients with bleeding disorders; caution with depth.
🛡️ Treats: Cough , Shortness of Breath , Sweating , Common Cold , Heat
Text or case report Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.
Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker, A Manual of Acupuncture – point group actions Not substantiated. Studies in the index cover this search, and none of their protocols use any of these points.
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Buy Using Acupoints for Consciousness Loss 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 Consciousness Loss Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.