Acupuncture Points for Stomach Qi Deficiency

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Stomach Qi Deficiency:

Points cited for Stomach Qi Deficiency

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Stomach Qi Deficiency. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL21Stomach Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 1
  • ST12Empty BasinStomach Meridian1 of 1
  • ST21Ridge GateStomach Meridian1 of 1
  • ST30Qi SurgeStomach Meridian1 of 1

No study in this index covers Stomach Qi Deficiency

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

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

90%

ST12 · ST21 · ST30 · BL21

Point 1 of 4

ST12Empty Basin

ST12 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 缺盆 (quē pén)

🎯 Location: In the midpoint of the supraclavicular fossa 4 thumb widths lateral to the anterior midline.

⚠️ Cautions: Risk of pneumothorax; caution with subclavian vessels.

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Yang Yong-Xuan, clinical point-selection notes
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Using Acupoints for Stomach Qi Deficiency

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 Stomach Qi Deficiency
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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