The “forbidden points” in acupuncture are generally avoided during specific conditions, most notably pregnancy. These points include:

  1. Gallbladder 21 (GB21) – Located on the shoulder.
  2. Large Intestine 4 (LI4) – Located on the hand.
  3. Spleen 6 (SP6) – Located on the lower leg.
  4. Bladder 60 (BL60) – Located on the ankle.
  5. Bladder 67 (BL67) – Located on the foot.

Stimulating these points during pregnancy can induce labor or cause other complications, so they are typically avoided.