Acupuncture Points for Peptic Ulcer

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Peptic Ulcer

How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Peptic Ulcer. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel4 of 5
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian4 of 5
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 5
  • BL21Stomach Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • CV10Lower StomachConception Vessel1 of 5
  • CV13Upper StomachConception Vessel1 of 5

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Single-point entry

100%

CV12Stomach Centre

CV12 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Conception Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中脘 (zhōng wǎn)

🎯 Location: On the anterior midline 4 thumb widths above the umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: 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, Shortness of Breath, Common Cold, Depression

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2007.02.005

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST36 · BL20 · BL21 · CV12

Point 1 of 4

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:10.27294/d.cnki.gsxzc.2023.000054

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST36 · CV10 · CV12 · CV13

Point 1 of 4

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:10.27119/d.cnki.ghezc.2023.000080

Single-point entry

90%

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.

Liu Defang et al. Effect of Sanhuangwuji powder, anti-rheumatic drugs, and ginger-partitioned acupoint stimulation on the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with peptic ulcer: a randomized controlled study. J Tradit Chin Med 2015, 35(3): 273-280

Protocol (3 points)

90%

ST36 · BL20 · CV12

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

徐然王海丽刘彤王学东王朝辉. 运用数据挖掘技术探讨针灸治疗消化性溃疡的选穴规律. 河北中医 ., 2023 [CNKI]
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Using Acupoints for Peptic Ulcer

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 Peptic Ulcer
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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