Acupuncture Points for Throat Sore

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Throat Sore:

Points cited for Throat Sore

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Throat Sore. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian2 of 2
  • BL58Taking FlightBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL63Golden GateBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • CV22Celestial ProminenceConception Vessel1 of 2
  • GB37Bright LightGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • HT05Inward ConnectionHeart Meridian1 of 2
  • HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian1 of 2
  • KD01Bubbling SpringKidney Meridian1 of 2
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian1 of 2
  • KD04Large BellKidney Meridian1 of 2
  • LI06Diverging PassageLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 2
  • LI07Warm FlowLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST36 · KD01 · PC06 · CV22

Point 1 of 4

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:10.1016/j.jopan.2024.09.012

Protocol (21 points)

90%

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 LU09 and LU05 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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Heo JS, Yang SY, Lim SA, Lee JM, Kang JY, Sun SH, Kim HG, Kang W, Cho JH. A manual acupuncture treatment attenuates common cold and its symptoms: a case series report from South Korea. J Tradit Chin Med 2016; 36(6): 724-729
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Using Acupoints for Throat Sore

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

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