SJ-13, Nào Huì, 臑会, Upper Arm Meeting
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| Categories |
| Meeting point of SJ and Yang Wei Mai |
| Location |
| [On the deltoid muscle border. ] On the upper arm, where the line drawn between SJ-10 and SJ-14 meets the posterior border of the deltoid muscle, approximately two thirds of the distance between these two points. Palpate the region of this point to find the most tender location.[36] |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular, Oblique Depth: 1 to 1.5 cun, 1.5 to 2 cun |
| Description: 1 to 2 cun, perpendicular or oblique |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| Treat phlegm, relief pain, regulate Qi |
| Energetics 2 |
| Nodules, goitres, and scrofula from phlegm and Qi stagnation or heat. Pain in the shoulder, scapula or arm. Arm range of motion limitations |
| Energetics 3 |
| THREADING: SJ14 to SJ13 (Patient supine and relaxed upper arm with flexed elbow; puncture from SJ14 to SJ13 obliquely with about 15 degree angle, indicated for shoulder joint pain, frozen shoulder, stiff neck, hemiplegia) [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint] |
| 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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