LV3

Taichong

Star

太衝 (Tàichōng)

Liver channel · point 3

Yuan-Source pointShu-Stream point

Location

On the dorsum of the foot, in the depression distal to the junction of the 1st and 2nd metatarsals.

Needling

Depth: 0.3–0.5 cun
⚠ Cautions: With LI4 forms the "Four Gates" to strongly move Qi and Blood — caution in pregnancy.

Functions

  • Spreads Liver Qi
  • Subdues Liver Yang
  • Nourishes Liver Blood/Yin
  • Calms the Shen

Indications

IrritabilityHeadacheDizzinessMenstrual disordersHypertension

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