Acupuncture Points for Morning Sickness

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Morning Sickness

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

  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel3 of 3
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian3 of 3
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 3
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL21Stomach Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • CV13Upper StomachConception Vessel1 of 3
  • CV17Chest CentreConception Vessel1 of 3
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 3
  • SP04Grandfather GrandsonSpleen Meridian1 of 3
  • ST30Qi SurgeStomach Meridian1 of 3

No study in this index covers Morning Sickness

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 (6 points)

90%

ST30 · ST36 · BL20 · BL21 · PC06 · CV12

Point 1 of 6

ST30Qi Surge

ST30 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 氣沖 (qì chōng)

🎯 Location: 5 thumb widths below umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the CV02.

⚠️ Cautions: Needle with care near the femoral artery. 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: Constipation, Heat, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain, Absent Periods

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

Protocol (5 points)

70%

ST36 · PC06 · LV03 · CV12 · CV17

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 Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.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

Protocol (5 points)

70%

ST36 · SP04 · PC06 · CV12 · CV13

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
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Using Acupoints for Morning Sickness

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 Morning Sickness
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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