Acupuncture Points for Coronary Artery Disease

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Coronary Artery Disease:

Points cited for Coronary Artery Disease

How often each point appears across the 12 entries ranked highest for Coronary Artery Disease. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian9 of 12
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian6 of 12
  • CV14Great Palace GateConception Vessel4 of 12
  • PC04Cleft GatePericardium Meridian4 of 12
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 12
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 12
  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel3 of 12
  • KD01Bubbling SpringKidney Meridian3 of 12
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian3 of 12
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian3 of 12
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 12
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 12

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (7 points)

100%

SP06 · BL23 · BL25 · KD01 · KD03 · LV03 · CV14

Point 1 of 7

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.jaim.2025.101261
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (7 points)

100%

SP06 · BL23 · BL25 · KD01 · KD03 · LV03 · CV14

Point 1 of 7

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.jaim.2025.101261
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (4 points)

100%

HT07 · PC04 · PC06 · GB20

Point 1 of 4

HT07Spirit Gate

HT07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Heart Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 神門 (shén mén)

🎯 Location: At the ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the radial side of the tendon of the flexor carpi ulnaris.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cardiac arrhythmias.

🛡️ Treats: Anxiety, Shortness of Breath, Palpitations, Common Cold, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1177/09645284241298011
Corroborated by a second study. PC04, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.explore.2026.103469

Protocol (2 points)

100%

PC04 · PC06

Point 1 of 2

PC04Cleft Gate

PC04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Pericardium Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 郄門 (qiè mén)

🎯 Location: 5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist on the line connecting PC03 and PC07 between tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Chest Pain, Anxiety, Coughing Blood, Vomiting, Blood Stagnation

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.explore.2026.103469
Corroborated by a second study. PC04, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/09645284241298011

Protocol (8 points)

100%

SP06 · BL23 · BL25 · KD01 · KD03 · LV03 · CV14 · TF10

Point 1 of 8

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.jaim.2025.101261
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (2 points)

89%

PC04 · PC06

Point 1 of 2

PC04Cleft Gate

PC04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Pericardium Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 郄門 (qiè mén)

🎯 Location: 5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist on the line connecting PC03 and PC07 between tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Chest Pain, Anxiety, Coughing Blood, Vomiting, Blood Stagnation

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/CIA.S210751
Corroborated by a second study. PC04, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1177/09645284241298011
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Using Acupoints for Coronary Artery 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 Coronary Artery Disease
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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