Location
On the lateral aspect of the upper arm, on the line connecting LI11 and LI15, 3 cun proximal to LI11.
Needling
Depth:
0.5–1.0 cun
Angle:
Perpendicular
⚠ Cautions: Avoid deep needling — the radial nerve and brachial vessels lie close by. Classical texts list this as a forbidden point for moxibustion in some traditions.
Functions
- Activates the channel
- Transforms phlegm and dissipates nodules
Indications
Elbow and arm paincontracture of the armscrofula and neck nodulescough with blood
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