LI-05, Yang Xi, 阳溪, Yang Stream
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| Categories |
| Jing River Point |
| Location |
| In the centre of the hollow formed by the tendons of extensor pollicis longus and brevis (anatomical snuffbox). Spread the fingers to see the hollow. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Caution: Caution cephalic vein.[42] |
| Notes |
| Sinus discharge, heavy eyes, clumping of Qi, expel dampness[42] |
| Energetics 1 |
| JING RIVER POINT: Clear heat • Relief pain • Calm Shen • Helps wrist joint • Clear Yangming fire |
| Energetics 2 |
| Rhinitis, nosebleed, tinnitus, deafness, ear pain, redness, swelling and pain of the eyes, superficial visual obstruction, lacrimation, toothache, pain from tooth decay, headache, chronic headache, frontal headache, throat painful obstruction, pain of the root of the tongue. [36] |
| Energetics 3 |
| Mania-depression, febrile disease with agitation of the Heart, manic raving, propensity to laughter, seeing ghosts, fright.[36] |
| Energetics 4 |
| Cold cough, vomiting of foam, urticaria, malaria, fever with absence of sweating.[36] |
| Energetics 5 |
| Weakness and pain of the wrist, contraction of the five fingers, heat in the palms, difficulty in raising the elbow.[36] |
| Energetics 6 |
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.