Acupuncture Points for Digestive Weakness

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Digestive Weakness

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Digestive Weakness. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL14Absolute Yin Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL19Gallbladder Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL26Original Qi Gate Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL62Extending VesselBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 2
  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel1 of 2
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (9 points)

100%

LU01 · ST25 · ST36 · SP06 · BL26 · PC06 · CV12 · CV17 · GV20

Point 1 of 9

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.imr.2020.100479

Protocol (8 points)

100%

BL14 · BL15 · BL18 · BL19 · BL20 · BL23 · BL62 · KD06

Point 1 of 8

BL14Absolute Yin Shu Point

BL14 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 厥陰俞 (jué yīn yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the du mai at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Asthma, Palpitations, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.023178
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Using Acupoints for Digestive Weakness

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 Digestive Weakness
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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