Acupuncture Points for Fainting

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Fainting

How often each point appears across the 7 entries ranked highest for Fainting. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV26PhiltrumGoverning Vessel6 of 7
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel4 of 7
  • KD01Bubbling SpringKidney Meridian4 of 7
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 7
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian3 of 7
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 7
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 7
  • PC09Central SurgePericardium Meridian2 of 7
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian2 of 7
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 7
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 7
  • CV09Water SeparationConception Vessel1 of 7

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (7 points)

90%

LI04 · ST36 · KD01 · PC09 · CV04 · GV20 · GV26

Point 1 of 7

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

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
Substantiated by a study. LI04, ST36, GV20, GV26 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028959

Protocol (3 points)

90%

HT09 · KD01 · GV26

Point 1 of 3

HT09Lesser Surge

HT09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Heart Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 少沖 (shǎo chōng)

🎯 Location: On the radial side of the little finger about 0.1 thumb width from corner of the nail.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in patients with bleeding disorders.

🛡️ Treats: Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Qi Deficiency, Heat

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
Substantiated by a study. GV26 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028959

Protocol (5 points)

70%

ST36 · PC06 · CV06 · GV20 · GV26

Point 1 of 5

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com
Substantiated by a study. ST36, PC06, GV20, GV26 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028959

Protocol (6 points)

70%

LI04 · KD01 · PC08 · PC09 · LV03 · GV26

Point 1 of 6

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com
Substantiated by a study. LI04, LV03, GV26 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028959

Protocol (12 points)

34%

LI04 · ST36 · ST40 · SP06 · KD07 · PC06 · GB20 · GB39 · LV03 · CV09 · GV20 · GV26

Point 1 of 12

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028959
Corroborated by a second study. GV20 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1007/s10072-020-04980-8

Protocol (6 points)

23%

SP06 · HT07 · KD01 · LV03 · CV14 · GV26

Point 1 of 6

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

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com
Substantiated by a study. SP06, LV03, GV26 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028959
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Using Acupoints for Fainting

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 Fainting
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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