LI9

Shanglian

Star

上廉 (Shànglián) — Upper Ridge

Large Intestine channel · point 9

Location

On the radial side of the dorsal forearm, on the line connecting LI5 and LI11, 3 cun distal to the cubital crease.

Needling

Depth: 0.5–1.0 cun
Angle: Perpendicular

Functions

  • Regulates the intestines
  • Activates the channel and relieves numbness of the arm

Indications

Numbness and motor impairment of the armborborygmus and abdominal painhemiplegiadifficult urination

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