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Acupuncture Points for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhea

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhea:

DiarrheaDiarrhea Irritable Bowel SyndromeAbdominal PainAbdominal DistensionAbdominal PainBloating Abdominal

Points cited for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhea

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhea. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV08Spirit Palace GateConception Vessel2 of 3
  • BL62Extending VesselBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 3
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 3
  • CV22Celestial ProminenceConception Vessel1 of 3
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 3
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian1 of 3
  • LI20Receiving FragranceLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 3
  • SP02Great CapitalSpleen Meridian1 of 3
  • SP03Great WhiteSpleen Meridian1 of 3
  • ST25Celestial PivotStomach Meridian1 of 3
  • ST42Surging YangStomach Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (11 points)

100%

LI20 · ST25 · ST42 · SP02 · SP03 · BL62 · KD06 · CV06 · CV12 · CV22 · GV14

Spleen DeficiencyIrritable Bowel Syndrome DiarrheaDiarrhea Irritable Bowel SyndromeDiarrhea ChronicDampness AccumulationSpleen Deficiency Dampness Accumulation
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LI20Receiving Fragrance

LI20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 迎香 (yíng xiāng)

🎯 Location: In the nasolabial groove at the level of the midpoint of the lateral border of the ala nasi.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep needling; proximity to facial artery.

🛡️ Treats: Shortness of Breath, Constipation, Heat, Wind, Numbness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.27460/d.cnki.gyzyc.2024.000276 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Single-point entry

100%
FlatulenceDiarrheaAbdominal PainIrritable Bowel Syndrome DiarrheaBloating AbdominalDefecation Urgent

CV08Spirit Palace Gate

CV08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Conception Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 神闕 (shén què)

🎯 Location: In the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications; often use moxa only.

🛡️ Treats: Abdominal Bloating, Rectal Prolapse, Edema, Cold Blood, Loss of Consciousness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2013/605460 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. CV08 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20241055 ↗

Single-point entry

100%
Abdominal DistensionDiarrheaAbdominal PainAbdominal PainAbdominal BloatingIrritable Bowel Syndrome DiarrheaIrritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhea-predominantDiarrhea Irritable Bowel Syndrome

CV08Spirit Palace Gate

CV08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Conception Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 神闕 (shén què)

🎯 Location: In the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications; often use moxa only.

🛡️ Treats: Abdominal Bloating, Rectal Prolapse, Edema, Cold Blood, Loss of Consciousness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20241055 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. CV08 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2013/605460 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhea

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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diarrhea
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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