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Acupuncture Points for Dysphagia Severe

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Dysphagia Severe:

DysphagiaAspiration SilentBrain Injury AcquiredConsciousness DisorderDysphagia NeurogenicBrain Injury

Points cited for Dysphagia Severe

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

  • CV23Clean SpringConception Vessel2 of 2
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GV15Gate Of MutenessGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • GV16Wind MansionGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • LI02Second SpaceLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 2
  • MS06Anterior Oblique Line of Vertex-TemporalScalp Lines1 of 2
  • MS07Posterior Oblique Line of Vertex-TemporalScalp Lines1 of 2
  • SI03Back StreamSmall Intestine Meridian1 of 2
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST44Inner CourtStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • TB17HurricaneTriple Burner Meridian1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (6 points)

100%

LI02 · ST36 · ST44 · SI03 · TB17 · CV23

DysphagiaDysphagia NeurogenicConsciousness DisorderDysphagia SevereBrain Injury AcquiredAspiration SilentBrain Injury
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LI02Second Space

LI02 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 二間 (èr jiān)

🎯 Location: In the depression of the radial side of the index finger distal to the 2nd metacarpophalangeal joint; point located with finger slightly flexed.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in local skin infections.

🛡️ Treats: Tinnitus, Common Cold, Shoulder Pain, Pain, Deviation Eye

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fneur.2026.1724043 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. CV23 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20190820-k0001 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

GB20 · CV23 · GV15 · GV16 · MS06 · MS07

DysphagiaDysphagia Severe
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GB20Wind Pool

GB20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 風池 (fēng chí)

🎯 Location: In the depression the between upper portion of the scm and trapezius on the same level with GV16.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with vertebral artery; avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Stress, Fever, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20190820-k0001 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. CV23 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2026.1724043 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Dysphagia Severe

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 Dysphagia Severe
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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