Chinese Name:
Shousanli (English translation: Arm Three Miles)
Location:
With the elbow flexed, the point is on the
dorsal radial side of the forearm, on the line connecting LI 5 and LI 11, 2 cun
below the transverse cubital crease.
Indications:
- Abdominal pain, diarrhea
- Paralysis of the upper extremities
- Pain - * Tapping the needle on this point
can stop aching and distention sensation caused by incorrect needling
technique.
Functions:
Regulates Qi and Blood, tonifies Qi,
activates the meridian, stops pain.
Needling:
Perpendicular insertion .8 - 1.2 cun. |