LU-06, Kong Zui, 孔 最 , Maximum Opening
Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice
| Categories |
| Xi-Cleft point |
| Location |
| Find distance between LU-5 and LU-9 (12 cun), decide it in half to get 6 cun. LU-6 is 1 cun proximal to midpoint. • On the flexor aspect of the forearm • 7 cun proximal to LU-9 • On the line connecting LU-9 with LU-5 |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular 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 |
| XI-CLEFT POINT: 1) ACUTE ISSUES: sudden onset. Acute cough, wheezing or asthma of any pattern, sore throat, fever, loss of voice; attacked by wind-heat or wind-dryness. 2) STOP BLEEDING: Coughing blood due to any etiology, spitting blood, vomiting blood (LU, ST), hemorrhoids (LI) |
| Energetics 2 |
| LOCAL ISSUES: Severe pain of the elbow and forearm, inability to raise arm above the head, difficulty flexing and extending fingers |
| Energetics 3 |
| Energetics 4 |
| 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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