Acupuncture Points for Cough Phlegm

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Cough Phlegm:

Points cited for Cough Phlegm

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Cough Phlegm. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • LU01Central MansionLung Meridian1 of 1
  • LU05Cubit MarshLung Meridian1 of 1
  • SP03Great WhiteSpleen Meridian1 of 1
  • ST40Abundant BulgeStomach Meridian1 of 1

No study in this index covers Cough Phlegm

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 (4 points)

90%

LU01 · LU05 · ST40 · SP03

Point 1 of 4

LU01Central Mansion

LU01 acupoint
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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

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
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Using Acupoints for Cough Phlegm

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 Cough Phlegm
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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