Acupuncture Points for Infection Covid-19

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Infection Covid-19:

Points cited for Infection Covid-19

How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Infection Covid-19. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel3 of 5
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 5
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 5
  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 5
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel2 of 5
  • LI01Metal YangLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 5
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 5
  • LU11Lesser MetalLung Meridian2 of 5
  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian2 of 5
  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 5
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 5

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (8 points)

100%

LU07 · LU09 · LI04 · LI11 · ST36 · CV04 · CV06 · GV14

Point 1 of 8

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 列缺 (liè quē)

🎯 Location: Superior to the styloid process of the radius 1.5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradialis and tendon of the abductor policis longus.

⚠️ Cautions: Use with caution in patients with radial nerve sensitivity.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Phlegm

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000039810

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LU06 · LU11 · LI01 · LI04 · LI11 · SP09 · BL13 · CV06 · CV12 · GV14

Point 1 of 10

LU06Collection Hole

LU06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 孔最 (kǒng zuì)

🎯 Location: On the palmar aspect of the forearm on the line joining lu9 and lu5 7 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of local inflammation or skin conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Asthma, Coughing Blood, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20230316

Protocol (9 points)

100%

LU11 · LI01 · LI11 · ST36 · ST40 · SP09 · BL13 · TB05 · GV14

Point 1 of 9

LU11Lesser Metal

LU11 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 少商 (shǎo shāng)

🎯 Location: On the radial side of the thumb about 01 thumb width posterior to the corner of the nail.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in patients with bleeding disorders; caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Shortness of Breath, Sweating, Common Cold, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034610

Protocol (3 points)

100%

ST36 · PC06 · GV20

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fimmu.2020.595342

Single-point entry

90%

BL17Diaphragm Shu Point

BL17 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 膈俞 (gé yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the du9 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Sweating, Dizziness

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Lu W, Zhang W, Xu X, Guo Q, Fang B.. Successful Intervention with Traditional Chinese Medicine for Severe Coronavirus Disease 2019: A Case Report. Integrative Medicine in Nephrology and Andrology, 2022
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Using Acupoints for Infection Covid-19

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 Infection Covid-19
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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