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Acupuncture Points for Pancreatitis Acute

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Pancreatitis Acute:

Abdominal PainAbdominal BloatingInflammationIntolerance Enteral NutritionMotility Gastrointestinal ImpairedNausea

Points cited for Pancreatitis Acute

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

  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 3
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 3
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel1 of 3
  • ST25Celestial PivotStomach Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

100%

ST36 · PC06

InflammationAbdominal PainPancreatitis AcuteMotility Gastrointestinal Impaired
Point 1 of 2

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:10.1111/nmo.14249 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250407-k0004 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST25 · ST36 · PC06 · CV12

Abdominal PainPancreatitis AcuteIntolerance Enteral Nutrition
Point 1 of 4

ST25Celestial Pivot

ST25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 天樞 (tiān shū)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths lateral to the center of the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency – treatment here is adjunctive at most and must never delay surgical assessment. Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Constipation, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250407-k0004 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, PC06 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1111/nmo.14249 ↗

Single-point entry

90%
VomitingNauseaAbdominal PainAbdominal BloatingPancreatitis Acute

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

苏宏领李婷婷夏亮吕农华. 应用足三里穴治疗急性胰腺炎的研究进展. 实用临床医学 ., 2013 [CNKI]
Substantiated by a study. ST36 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1111/nmo.14249 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Pancreatitis Acute

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 Pancreatitis Acute
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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