Acupuncture Points for Skin Rash

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Skin Rash:

Points cited for Skin Rash

How often each point appears across the 10 entries ranked highest for Skin Rash. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • SP10Sea Of BloodSpleen Meridian8 of 10
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian7 of 10
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian5 of 10
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian5 of 10
  • BL17Diaphragm Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 10
  • BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian3 of 10
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel3 of 10
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 10
  • BL15Heart Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 10
  • GB31Wind MarketGallbladder Meridian2 of 10
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel2 of 10
  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian2 of 10

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

SP09 · SP10 · TB06 · GB34

Point 1 of 4

SP09Yin Mound Spring

SP09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 陰陵泉 (yīn líng quán)

🎯 Location: On the lower border of the medial condyle of the tibia in the depression the posterior and inferior to the medial condyle of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of knee inflammation.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Fever, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Jaundice

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s13063-020-04599-2

Protocol (5 points)

64%

LI11 · ST36 · SP06 · SP10 · GV14

Point 1 of 5

LI11Pond At The Bend

LI11 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 曲池 (qū chí)

🎯 Location: When elbow is flexed point is in the depression the at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease midway between LU05 and lateral epicondyle of the humerus.

⚠️ Cautions: Monitor blood pressure and avoid strong stimulation where hypertension is uncontrolled or unstable; hypertensive crisis is a medical emergency. Avoid excessive stimulation in weak patients.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Heat, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.7778/jpkm.2016.30.1.022

Protocol (7 points)

38%

ST36 · SP10 · BL15 · BL17 · GB31 · CV04 · GV20

Point 1 of 7

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:10.2196/54376

Protocol (19 points)

34%

LI11 · SP06 · SP10 · HT07 · BL12 · BL13 · BL15 · BL17 · BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · KD16 · GB20 · GB31 · CV06 · CV09 · GV14 · GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 19

LI11Pond At The Bend

LI11 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 曲池 (qū chí)

🎯 Location: When elbow is flexed point is in the depression the at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease midway between LU05 and lateral epicondyle of the humerus.

⚠️ Cautions: Monitor blood pressure and avoid strong stimulation where hypertension is uncontrolled or unstable; hypertensive crisis is a medical emergency. Avoid excessive stimulation in weak patients.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Heat, Vomiting, Abdominal Bloating

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

TAO Sha. Acupuncture Treatment for 35 Cases of Urticaria. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(2): 97-100

Protocol (2 points)

31%

LI20 · XH03

Point 1 of 2

LI20Receiving Fragrance

LI20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 迎香 (yíng xiāng)

🎯 Location: In the nasolabial groove at the level of the midpoint of the lateral border of the ala nasi.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep needling; proximity to facial artery.

🛡️ Treats: Shortness of Breath, Constipation, Heat, Wind, Numbness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13463/j.cnki.cczyy.2025.11.009

Protocol (7 points)

29%

LI04 · LI11 · ST25 · ST36 · SP06 · SP10 · BL40

Point 1 of 7

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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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

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Using Acupoints for Skin Rash

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 Skin Rash
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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