Chinese Name:
Bingfeng (English translation: Grasping the Wind)
Location:
In the region of the scapula, in the
center of the suprascapular fossa, directly above SI 11, in the depression when
the arm is lifted.
Classification:
Crossing point of the Small Intestine, Large
Intestine, San Jiao and Gall Bladder Meridians
Indications:
- Pain in the shoulder and scapular region
- Aching and numbness of the upper
extremities
Functions:
Benefits the shoulder and scapular region, alleviates pain.
Needling:
Perpendicular or oblique insertion .5 - 1.0 cun. |