LI12 (Zhouliao, “Zhouliao”) is an acupuncture point on the Large Intestine Meridian. It is located on the lateral aspect of the elbow, superior to the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. It is found approximately 1 cun superior and lateral to Quchi (LI11), on the anterior border of the humerus. It dispels wind and dampness, activates the channel, alleviates pain.
On the lateral aspect of the elbow, superior to the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. It is found approximately 1 cun superior and lateral to Quchi (LI11), on the anterior border of the humerus.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1.0 cun. Often needled with the elbow flexed to locate the point in the depression anterior to the lateral epicondyle.
Dispels wind and dampness, activates the channel, alleviates pain..
Numbness and pain of the arm and elbow, contraction and difficulty moving the arm and elbow..
Zhouliao is a local point primarily used for disorders of the elbow, especially pain, stiffness, and motor impairment affecting the joint. It is particularly effective for conditions like lateral epicondylitis ('tennis elbow') and general arm pain. Its action is focused on freeing the flow of Qi and Blood in the local area of the Large Intestine channel.
LI12 is one of 20 points on the Large Intestine Meridian. Nearby points:
LI12 (Zhouliao) is located on the lateral aspect of the elbow, superior to the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. It is found approximately 1 cun superior and lateral to Quchi (LI11), on the anterior border of the humerus.
LI12 dispels wind and dampness, activates the channel, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include numbness and pain of the arm and elbow, contraction and difficulty moving the arm and elbow.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1.0 cun. Often needled with the elbow flexed to locate the point in the depression anterior to the lateral epicondyle.
LI12 is a point on the Large Intestine Meridian (Shǒu Yángmíng Dàcháng Jīng).