Large Intestine 15

LI 15 / Jian Yu / shoulder bone

Point Location

In the depression which lies anterior and inferior to the acromion, at the origin of the deltoid muscle

 

Associations

• Meeting Point between LI, ST, Yang Qiao Channels

 

Indications / Conditions Treated

• Local pain and motion restriction of the shoulder and upper arm

• Skin Rash

• Urticaria 

• Scrofula

 

TCM Actions

• Opens the Channel
• Alleviates pain
• Dispels Wind
• Regulates Qi & Blood
• Resolves Phlegm
• Disperses masses

 

TCM Patterns

• KD Yin Deficiency