Points cited for Pregnancy Complication How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Pregnancy Complication. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
BL67 Reaching Yin Bladder Meridian 1 of 3 CVC02 Lung Auricular Points 1 of 3 CVC06 Spleen Auricular Points 1 of 3 CYC11 Kidney Auricular Points 1 of 3 GB20 Wind Pool Gallbladder Meridian 1 of 3 GV20 100 Convergences Governing Vessel 1 of 3 HT07 Spirit Gate Heart Meridian 1 of 3 KD03 Great Stream Kidney Meridian 1 of 3 LI04 Junction Valley Large Intestine Meridian 1 of 3 LI20 Receiving Fragrance Large Intestine Meridian 1 of 3 PC06 Inner Gate Pericardium Meridian 1 of 3 ST36 Leg Three Miles Stomach Meridian 1 of 3 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
Protocol (6 points) 100% ST36 · HT07 · KD03 · PC06 · GB20 · GV20
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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:10.2147/NSS.S247628 ↗ Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.
Protocol (7 points) 100% LI04 · LI20 · XH03 · CVC02 · CVC06 · CYC11 · TR10
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)
🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.
⚠️ Cautions: 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: Fever , Tinnitus , Release Exterior , Absent Periods , Wind
Study-reported Point selection reported in a published study.
doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000046194 ↗ Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 至陰 (zhì yīn)
🎯 Location: On the lateral side of the small toe about 0.1 thumb width from corner of the nail.
⚠️ Cautions: 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: Chest Pain , Tinnitus , Deafness , Labour Prolonged , Labour Delayed
Study-reported Point selection reported in a published study.
doi:10.1001/jama.280.18.1580 ↗ Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.
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Buy Using Acupoints for Pregnancy Complication 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 Pregnancy Complication Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.
