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Acupoint Prescription for Hiccups (Singultus)

Acupoint Prescription for Hiccups (Singultus): BL17, CV22, CV12, PC6, ST36
呃逆(打嗝)配穴解析:膈俞、天突、中脘、內關、足三里
Clinical Focus|臨床重點: This comprehensive prescription targets the three major causative factors of hiccups in TCM: Stomach Qi Rebellion (CV12, ST36), Diaphragmatic Spasm (BL17, PC6), and Phlegm/Stagnation in the Chest (CV22).
此綜合配方針對中醫呃逆的三大主要病因:胃氣上逆(中脘、足三里)、膈肌痙攣(膈俞、內關),以及胸膈氣滯痰阻(天突)。
Overview: Harmonizing Stomach Qi and Pacifying the Diaphragm

Hiccups in TCM are often attributed to the **rebellious movement of Stomach Qi** (胃氣上逆) due to Liver Qi stagnation, cold invasion, or excessive heat. The key therapeutic principle is **directing Qi downward and regulating the diaphragm** (順氣降逆,調和膈肌), involving the harmonizing of the Stomach (CV12, ST36) and the calming of the chest (PC6, BL17).

中醫認為呃逆多歸因於**胃氣上逆**,通常由肝氣鬱結、寒邪入侵或內熱過盛引起。治療核心原則是**順氣降逆、調和膈肌**,涉及調和胃腑(中脘、足三里)和安撫胸膈(內關、膈俞)。

Mechanism Analysis by Functional Group
依功能分組的機制解析
I. Calming the Diaphragm and Opening the Chest (理氣和膈)
I. 平靜膈肌與宣通胸膈
  • **Gesu (BL17):** The Influential Point of Blood and located near the diaphragm. It is critical for **regulating Qi in the diaphragm** (理氣和膈), easing its spasmodic movement which is the physiological cause of hiccups.
    **膈俞(BL17):** 八會穴之血會,位於膈肌附近。對**調節膈肌氣機**至關重要,能緩解膈肌痙攣(呃逆的生理原因)。
  • **Neiguan (PC6):** Essential for **descending rebellious Qi and unbinding the chest** (降逆寬胸). It regulates the vagus nerve and cardiac function, which is often crucial in persistent or post-operative hiccups.
    **內關(PC6):** 對於**降逆氣、寬胸膈**至關重要。它調節迷走神經和心臟功能,對於持續性或術後呃逆常起關鍵作用。
  • **Tiantu (CV22):** Located in the suprasternal notch. Used to **disperse accumulated Qi and phlegm in the chest** and neck, helping the smooth passage of air and resolving the upper-most point of obstruction.
    **天突(CV22):** 位於胸骨上窩。用於**宣散胸頸部的氣滯和痰飲**,有助於氣機順暢,解決梗阻的最上端。
II. Harmonizing the Stomach and Descending Rebellious Qi (和胃降逆)
II. 調和胃氣與導氣向下
  • **Zhongwan (CV12):** Directly acts on the Stomach to **harmonize the Middle Jiao** (和中焦) and stop the gastric Qi from moving upward, addressing the root cause of the upward rebellion.
    **中脘(CV12):** 直接作用於胃部,**調和中焦**並阻止胃氣上行,解決氣機上逆的根本問題。
  • **Zusanli (ST36):** Used for **systemic strengthening and anchoring rebellious Qi** (調中益氣). It directs the Qi flow downward, preventing recurrence by strengthening the Spleen/Stomach foundation.
    **足三里(ST36):** 用於**全身性強化和錨定上逆之氣**。它將氣流向下引導,透過強化脾胃根基來預防復發。
Clinical Conclusion

This five-point protocol creates a powerful functional unit: BL17 and PC6 manage the diaphragm/chest spasm; CV12 and ST36 regulate the gastric function; and CV22 clears the upper respiratory pathway. This comprehensive approach is suitable for various etiologies of hiccups, whether acute or persistent.

這個五穴配方構成了一個強大的功能整體:膈俞和內關管理膈肌/胸部的痙攣;中脘和足三里調節胃功能;而天突清除上呼吸道。這種全面的方法適用於各種病因的呃逆,無論是急性的還是持續性的。

🔽 References|參考文獻(折疊) Click to expand|點擊展開
  1. Liu, S. W., et al. **Acupuncture for intractable hiccups in stroke patients**. *Acupunct Med*. 2017;35(4):259-264. (Clinical evidence for managing stubborn hiccups, often using BL17, CV12, PC6)
    Liu, S. W. 等. **針刺治療中風患者頑固性呃逆**. *Acupunct Med*. 2017;35(4):259-264. (管理頑固性呃逆的臨床證據,常使用膈俞、中脘、內關)
  2. Fan, G. W., et al. **Efficacy of electroacupuncture at PC6 and BL17 on hiccup**. *Zhongguo Zhen Jiu*. 2015;35(5):455-458. (Focus on the synergy of PC6 and BL17)
    范廣維 等. **電針內關膈俞穴治療呃逆的療效觀察**. *中國針灸*. 2015;35(5):455-458. (專注於內關與膈俞協同作用的研究)
  3. 楊繼紅. **針刺中脘、內關、足三里治療呃逆30例觀察**. *實用中醫藥雜誌*. 2018;34(5):548-549. (關於中下腹部穴位組合治療呃逆的臨床應用)

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