LI12 (Zhouliao, “Elbow Crevice”) is an acupuncture point on the Large Intestine Meridian. LI12 is found on the lateral aspect of the upper arm, 1 cun superior to LI11, at the radial side of the humerus. It is located on the line connecting LI11 and LI15. It activates channel, alleviates pain.
LI12 is found on the lateral aspect of the upper arm, 1 cun superior to LI11, at the radial side of the humerus. It is located on the line connecting LI11 and LI15.
Perpendicular insertion 1.0-1.5 cun. Avoid the radial nerve.
Activates channel, alleviates pain.
Elbow pain, arm numbness, paralysis of upper limb.
Zhouliao is primarily used for local conditions of the elbow, particularly pain, numbness, and restricted movement. It effectively activates the Large Intestine channel, making it beneficial for tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, and other forms of epicondylitis. Its name, 'Elbow Crevice,' directly indicates its anatomical focus. It is often needled with LI11 and LI10 for comprehensive elbow pain relief.
LI12 is one of 20 points on the Large Intestine Meridian. Nearby points:
LI12 is found on the lateral aspect of the upper arm, 1 cun superior to LI11, at the radial side of the humerus. It is located on the line connecting LI11 and LI15.
LI12 activates channel, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include elbow pain, arm numbness, paralysis of upper limb.
Perpendicular insertion 1.0-1.5 cun. Avoid the radial nerve.
LI12 is a point on the Large Intestine Meridian (Shǒu Yángmíng Dàcháng Jīng).