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This point, where the deltoid inserts, benefits the eyes, relieves shoulder disorders and dissipates phlegm nodules.
Location
On the lateral aspect of the upper arm, at the lower end of the deltoid muscle, on the line connecting LI-11 and LI-15, approximately 7 cun proximal to LI-11.
Anatomy
At the insertion of the deltoid muscle; the posterior circumflex humeral artery and the deep brachial artery; the posterior antebrachial cutaneous nerve and the radial nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Benefits the eyes
- Activates the channel and benefits the shoulder
- Dissipates phlegm nodules
Indications
Eye disorders, pain and motor impairment of the shoulder and arm, stiff neck, and scrofula.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, perpendicular or obliquely upward insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With LI-15 for shoulder disorders; with eye points for ophthalmic disorders.
Classical Text References
A meeting point with the Small Intestine and Bladder channels and the Yang Wei Mai; classically used for the eyes and scrofula.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
