🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.
⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.
Corroborated by a second study. ST25, CV06, CV12 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.27460/d.cnki.gyzyc.2024.000276 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST25, CV06, CV12 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.26922/d.cnki.ganzc.2025.000566 ↗
🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.
⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.
Corroborated by a second study. ST25, ST36, CV12 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.26922/d.cnki.ganzc.2025.000566 ↗
🎯 Location: 8 thumb widths superior to the tip of the external malleolus, lateral to the ST38 about 2 finger breadth (middle finger) lateral to the anterior border of the tibia.
Corroborated by a second study. ST40, SP06, SP15 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.26922/d.cnki.ganzc.2025.000566 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Dampness Accumulation
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 Dampness Accumulation
Symptoms worsen despite treatment
If you have underlying health conditions
Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.
