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Acupuncture Points for Phlegm Upper Burner

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Phlegm Upper Burner:

Benefit Regulate DiaphragmBenefit Regulate DiaphragmBleeding ThroatBleeding ThroatCollateralsFire Deficiency

Points cited for Phlegm Upper Burner

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Phlegm Upper Burner. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • XB02C4Hua Tuo's Para-Vertebral Point - C4Extra Points: Back1 of 1
  • XB02C5Hua Tuo's Para-Vertebral Point - C5Extra Points: Back1 of 1
  • XB02C6Hua Tuo's Para-Vertebral Point - C6Extra Points: Back1 of 1

No study in this index covers Phlegm Upper Burner

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

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Protocol (3 points)

90%

XB02C4 · XB02C5 · XB02C6

Discomfort ChestFire DeficiencyTongue Body RedTongue Coating ThickEsophagitisDifficulty SwallowingDiscomfort OesophagusHyperaemiaBleeding ThroatDepressionPulse WiryPulse SlipperyYege ExcessQi StagnationPhlegm Upper BurnerHeat Middle BurnerStasis BloodBenefit Regulate DiaphragmCollateralsDiscomfort ChestFire DeficiencyTongue Body RedTongue Coating ThickDifficulty SwallowingDiscomfort OesophagusBleeding ThroatPulse WiryPulse SlipperyYege ExcessQi StagnationPhlegm Upper BurnerHeat Middle BurnerStasis BloodBenefit Regulate Diaphragm
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XB02C4Hua Tuo's Para-Vertebral Point - C4

XB02C4 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Extra Points: Back

🇨🇳 Chinese: 華佗夾脊 (huá tuó jiā jǐ)

🎯 Location: 0.5 - 1 thumb width lateral to the depressions below the spinous processes of the fourth cervical vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution near spinal cord; avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Qi Stagnation, Circulation Blood, Neck Disorder, Regulate Six Fu, Regulate Five Zang

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

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Using Acupoints for Phlegm Upper Burner

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 Phlegm Upper Burner
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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