LI-08, Xia Lian, 下 廉 , Lower Angle
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| Categories |
| None |
| Location |
| Flex elbow to 90 degrees • On the line between LI-11 and LI-5 • On the radial side of the forearm • 4 cun distal to LI-11 • NTS: Find LI-9 first, then it's 1 cun from LI-9 |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular, Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun, 1 to 1.5 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1.5 cun |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| SI PROBLEMS: need to be combined with local points and lower extremity points: ST39 and RN4 • Digestive: abdominal distention, pain around umbilicus, indigestion • Urinary (heart heat to SI): frequent and burning urination |
| Energetics 2 |
| LI PATHWAY: ARM - paralysis, numbness, restricted motion • head: not as effective as more distal points |
| Energetics 3 |
| PYSCHO-EMOTIONAL ISSUES |
| Energetics 4 |
| MASTITIS: breast swelling, pain(use with LI-11 to reduce excess heat) |
| Energetics 5 |
| 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.

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