Chinese Name:
Tianjing (English translation: Heavenly Well)
Location:
On the lateral aspect of the arm, when the elbow is
flexed, the point is in the depression 1 cun directly above the tip of the
elbow.
Classification:
He-Sea Point of the San Jiao Meridian
Indications:
- Migraine
- Deafness
- Scrofula
- Epilepsy
Functions:
Resolves Dampness and Phlegm,
dispels nodules, activates the meridian,
alleviates pain.
Notes:
He-Sea points are where the qi of the
meridian collects and goes deep into the body. He-sea points are known to
indicated treat rebellious qi and diarrhea.
Needling:
Perpendicular insertion .5 - 1.0 cun. |