Acupuncture Points for Lung Dryness

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Lung Dryness:

Points cited for Lung Dryness

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Lung Dryness. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian2 of 3
  • LU01Central MansionLung Meridian2 of 3
  • LU06Collection HoleLung Meridian2 of 3
  • LU07Interrupted SequenceLung Meridian2 of 3
  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • LU03Celestial StorehouseLung Meridian1 of 3
  • LU10Fish BorderLung Meridian1 of 3

No study in this index covers Lung Dryness

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (3 points)

90%

LU03 · LU06 · LU10

Point 1 of 3

LU03Celestial Storehouse

LU03 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天府 (tiān fǔ)

🎯 Location: On the medial aspect of the upper arm 3 thumb widths below end of the axillary fold on the radial side of the biceps. brachii.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep needling; caution near brachial artery.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Dizziness, Coughing Blood

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Yang Yong-Xuan, clinical point-selection notes

Protocol (4 points)

70%

LU01 · LU07 · BL13 · KD06

Point 1 of 4

LU01Central Mansion

LU01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中府 (zhōng fǔ)

🎯 Location: Laterosuperior to the sternum 1 thumb width below LU02 at the level of the 1st intercostal space 6 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.

⚠️ Cautions: Needle obliquely or laterally, never deeply or medially – risk of pneumothorax.

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

Website

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 Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Protocol (6 points)

70%

LU01 · LU06 · LU07 · BL13 · BL17 · KD06

Point 1 of 6

LU01Central Mansion

LU01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中府 (zhōng fǔ)

🎯 Location: Laterosuperior to the sternum 1 thumb width below LU02 at the level of the 1st intercostal space 6 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.

⚠️ Cautions: Needle obliquely or laterally, never deeply or medially – risk of pneumothorax.

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

Website

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

sacredlotus.com
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Using Acupoints for Lung Dryness

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 Lung Dryness
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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