LI11 (Quchi, “Pool at the Crook”) is the He-Sea (Earth) point of the Large Intestine Meridian. It is located at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease, midway between LU5 (Chize) and the lateral epicondyle of the humerus, when the elbow is flexed. It clears heat, cools blood, regulates Qi and blood.
At the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease, midway between LU5 (Chize) and the lateral epicondyle of the humerus, when the elbow is flexed.
Perpendicular insertion 1.0-2.0 cun.
Clears heat, cools blood, regulates Qi and blood.
Fever, skin diseases, arm pain, elbow pain, hypertension.
As the He-Sea point of the Large Intestine channel, LI11 is a primary point for clearing heat from the body, especially in cases of high fever, skin diseases, and blood heat. It is also highly effective for local conditions of the elbow and arm, such as tennis elbow and paralysis. Its Earth element association reinforces its ability to regulate the digestive system and transform dampness. It is classically paired with SP10 for various skin conditions.
LI11 is one of 20 points on the Large Intestine Meridian. Nearby points:
LI11 (Quchi) is located at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease, midway between LU5 (Chize) and the lateral epicondyle of the humerus, when the elbow is flexed.
LI11 clears heat, cools blood, regulates Qi and blood. Common clinical indications include fever, skin diseases, arm pain, elbow pain, hypertension.
Perpendicular insertion 1.0-2.0 cun.
LI11 is a point on the Large Intestine Meridian (Shǒu Yángmíng Dàcháng Jīng).