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Acupuncture Points for Pharyngitis Chronic

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Pharyngitis Chronic:

Pharyngitis ChronicPharyngitisSoreness ThroatSoreness ThroatTonsilitisYin Deficiency

Points cited for Pharyngitis Chronic

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

  • CV22Celestial ProminenceConception Vessel2 of 5
  • KD06Shining SeaKidney Meridian2 of 5
  • LU07Interrupted SequenceLung Meridian2 of 5
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 5
  • ST09Man's PrognosisStomach Meridian2 of 5
  • BL62Extending VesselBladder Meridian1 of 5
  • CV23Clean SpringConception Vessel1 of 5
  • GB41Foot Governor Of TearsGallbladder Meridian1 of 5
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian1 of 5
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 5
  • LI18Beside The ProminenceLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 5
  • LU10Fish BorderLung Meridian1 of 5

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (3 points)

100%

ST09 · PC06 · CV22

Globus SensationPharyngitis ChronicPhlegm ThroatGlobus Pharyngeus
Point 1 of 3

ST09Man's Prognosis

ST09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 人迎 (rén yíng)

🎯 Location: Level with tip of the adam's apple where pulsation of the common the carotid artery is palpable on the anterior border of the scm muscle.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution near carotid artery; avoid deep needling.

🛡️ Treats: Asthma, Dizziness, Chest Fullness, Vomiting, Swelling

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s13063-022-06193-0 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2019.12.008 ↗

Protocol (8 points)

100%

LU07 · SP04 · SI03 · BL62 · KD06 · PC06 · TB05 · GB41

PharyngitisPharyngitis Chronic
Point 1 of 8

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 列缺 (liè quē)

🎯 Location: Superior to the styloid process of the radius 1.5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradialis and tendon of the abductor policis longus.

⚠️ Cautions: Use with caution in patients with radial nerve sensitivity.

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2019.12.008 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. PC06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s13063-022-06193-0 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

90%

ST09 · CV22

PharyngitisPharyngitis Chronic
Point 1 of 2

ST09Man's Prognosis

ST09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 人迎 (rén yíng)

🎯 Location: Level with tip of the adam's apple where pulsation of the common the carotid artery is palpable on the anterior border of the scm muscle.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution near carotid artery; avoid deep needling.

🛡️ Treats: Asthma, Dizziness, Chest Fullness, Vomiting, Swelling

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Wang Quan-Quan et al.. [Therapeutic effect of acupoint-injection combined with electroacupuncture on chronic pharyngitis].. Zhongguo zhen jiu = Chinese acupuncture & moxibustion, 2016
Substantiated by a study. ST09, CV22 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1186/s13063-022-06193-0 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

70%

LU07 · LU10 · LI18 · KD03 · KD06 · CV23

Soreness ThroatYin DeficiencyTonsilitisPharyngitis ChronicSoreness ThroatYin DeficiencyPharyngitis Chronic
Point 1 of 6

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 列缺 (liè quē)

🎯 Location: Superior to the styloid process of the radius 1.5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradialis and tendon of the abductor policis longus.

⚠️ Cautions: Use with caution in patients with radial nerve sensitivity.

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

Website

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

sacredlotus.com ↗
Substantiated by a study. LU07, KD06 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2019.12.008 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

70%

LU11 · LI04 · ST44 · SI17

Soreness ThroatHeatTonsilitisPharyngitis ChronicSoreness ThroatPharyngitis Chronic
Point 1 of 4

LU11Lesser Metal

LU11 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 少商 (shǎo shāng)

🎯 Location: On the radial side of the thumb about 0.1 thumb width posterior to the corner of the nail.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in patients with bleeding disorders; caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Shortness of Breath, Sweating, Common Cold, Heat

Website

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

sacredlotus.com ↗
Not substantiated. Studies in the index cover this search, and none of their protocols use any of these points.
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Using Acupoints for Pharyngitis Chronic

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 Pharyngitis Chronic
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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