Acupuncture Points for Sore Throat

9 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Sore Throat:

Points cited for Sore Throat

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

  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian5 of 10
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel5 of 10
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel4 of 10
  • LU07Interrupted SequenceLung Meridian4 of 10
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel3 of 10
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel3 of 10
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 10
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 10
  • LU11Lesser MetalLung Meridian3 of 10
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian3 of 10
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 10
  • TB05Outer GateTriple Burner Meridian3 of 10

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (21 points)

100%

LU06 · LU07 · LI06 · LI07 · ST40 · ST42 · SP02 · SP08 · HT05 · HT07 · SI06 · BL58 · BL63 · KD03 · KD04 · PC06 · PC07 · TB05 · TB07 · GB37 · LV03

Point 1 of 21

LU06Collection Hole

LU06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 孔最 (kǒng zuì)

🎯 Location: On the palmar aspect of the forearm on the line joining lu9 and lu5 7 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of local inflammation or skin conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Asthma, Coughing Blood, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/s0254-6272(17)30006-7

Protocol (25 points)

100%

BL11 · BL13 · BL14 · BL15 · BL17 · BL18 · BL19 · BL20 · BL21 · BL22 · BL23 · BL25 · GV02 · GV03 · GV04 · GV05 · GV06 · GV07 · GV08 · GV09 · GV10 · GV11 · GV12 · GV13 · GV14

Point 1 of 25

BL11Great Shuttle

BL11 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大杼 (dà zhù)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the du13 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Knee Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s12967-023-04250-z

Protocol (8 points)

100%

LU07 · LU09 · LI04 · LI11 · ST36 · CV04 · CV06 · GV14

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:10.1097/MD.0000000000039810

Protocol (11 points)

100%

ST24 · SP15 · BL12 · BL13 · KD13 · CV04 · CV06 · CV08 · CV10 · CV12 · GV14

Point 1 of 11

ST24Slippery Flesh Gate

ST24 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 滑肉門 (huá ròu mén)

🎯 Location: 1 thumb width above the umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the cv9.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Phlegm, Depression, Vomiting, Upper Stomach Pain, Vomiting Blood

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.12998/wjcc.v13.i8.101350

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LU06 · LU11 · LI01 · LI04 · LI11 · SP09 · BL13 · CV06 · CV12 · GV14

Point 1 of 10

LU06Collection Hole

LU06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 孔最 (kǒng zuì)

🎯 Location: On the palmar aspect of the forearm on the line joining lu9 and lu5 7 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of local inflammation or skin conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Asthma, Coughing Blood, Heat

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20230316

Protocol (9 points)

100%

LU11 · LI01 · LI11 · ST36 · ST40 · SP09 · BL13 · TB05 · GV14

Point 1 of 9

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 01 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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034610
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Using Acupoints for Sore Throat

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 Sore Throat
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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