Jianqian (Jianqian, “Front of the Shoulder”) is an extra (non-channel) acupuncture point. It is located midway between the anterior axillary fold and LI15 (Jianyu). It activates the channel, alleviates pain, benefits the shoulder joint.
Midway between the anterior axillary fold and LI15 (Jianyu).
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun. Caution: pneumothorax.
Activates the channel, alleviates pain, benefits the shoulder joint.
Shoulder pain, limited movement of the shoulder, paralysis of the upper limb.
Jianqian is a key extra point for shoulder pain and restricted movement, particularly effective for frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) and rotator cuff injuries. It is known for its ability to activate Qi and blood circulation in the anterior aspect of the shoulder joint. This point is frequently used with LI15 and SJ14 to maximize therapeutic effect for various shoulder pathologies.
Jianqian (Jianqian) is located midway between the anterior axillary fold and LI15 (Jianyu).
Jianqian activates the channel, alleviates pain, benefits the shoulder joint. Common clinical indications include shoulder pain, limited movement of the shoulder, paralysis of the upper limb.
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun. Caution: pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.