Acupoints for Hiccups Intractable

3 protocols with precise acupoint locations.

Protocol (3 points)

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Point 1 of 3

KD16Vital Point

KD16 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Kidney Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肓俞 (huāng yú)

🎯 Location: 05 thumb widths lateral to the umbilicus level with cv8.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Stools Dry, Constipation, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000044036

Protocol (2 points)

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Point 1 of 2

PC06Inner Gate

PC06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Pericardium Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 內關 (nèi guān)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe deficiency conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Dizziness, Spleen Qi Deficiency

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000044036

Protocol (3 points)

90%
Point 1 of 3

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

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Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

李雷宇李伟. 穴位电针刺激治疗胃肠癌术后顽固性呃逆的临床研究. 东南大学学报(医学版) ., 2015 [CNKI]

Using Acupoints for Hiccups Intractable

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 Hiccups Intractable
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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