尺泽
LU-5
尺泽Chize
Meridian
Lung channel
Pinyin name
chǐ zé
Location
On the elbow crease, on the radial side of the biceps brachii tendon.
Needling
Perpendicular to 0.5–0.8 cun.
Functions
clears heat from the lungs and reduces counterflow qi relaxes the tendons in the elbow
Indications
cough with a fever, shortness of breath sore throat elbow pain
Notes
Xie-more Lungs: Clears heat from the lungs and directs counterflow qi downward in cases of a “hot” cough; also treats elbow conditions. Point categories: the hemorrhoidal canal of the lungs
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.