Acupuncture Points for Wei Syndrome

11 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Wei Syndrome

How often each point appears across the 11 entries ranked highest for Wei Syndrome. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 11
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian4 of 11
  • CV03Central PivotConception Vessel4 of 11
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian4 of 11
  • BL13Lung Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • BL20Spleen Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • LU05Cubit MarshLung Meridian3 of 11
  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian3 of 11

No study in this index covers Wei Syndrome

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 (2 points)

70%

SP09 · BL20

Point 1 of 2

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

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Protocol (4 points)

70%

SP06 · SP09 · BL20 · CV03

Point 1 of 4

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Protocol (4 points)

70%

SP09 · BL20 · BL25 · BL32

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

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Protocol (2 points)

70%

BL18 · BL23

Point 1 of 2

BL18Liver Shu Point

BL18 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肝俞 (gān yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV08 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Coughing Blood, Jaundice

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Protocol (4 points)

70%

SP06 · BL18 · BL23 · CV03

Point 1 of 4

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com

Protocol (4 points)

70%

BL18 · BL23 · BL25 · BL32

Point 1 of 4

BL18Liver Shu Point

BL18 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肝俞 (gān yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV08 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Coughing Blood, Jaundice

Website

Point selection published on a website. Not peer-reviewed – check it before relying on it.

sacredlotus.com
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Using Acupoints for Wei Syndrome

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 Wei Syndrome
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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