LI14 Upper Arm

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LI14 (Bì Nào, “Upper Arm”) is an acupuncture point on the Large Intestine Meridian. It is located on the lateral aspect of the upper arm, 7 cun proximal to LI11 (Quchi), at the inferior border of the deltoid muscle, on the line connecting LI11 and LI15 (Jianyu). It activates channel, alleviates pain, dispels wind-damp.

Location

On the lateral aspect of the upper arm, 7 cun proximal to LI11 (Quchi), at the inferior border of the deltoid muscle, on the line connecting LI11 and LI15 (Jianyu).

Needling

Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun.

TCM functions

Activates channel, alleviates pain, dispels wind-damp.

Indications

Pain in shoulder and arm, paralysis of upper limbs, eye diseases.

Clinical notes

LI14 is a crucial point for activating the channel and alleviating pain in the shoulder and upper arm, particularly effective for conditions involving wind-damp obstruction like frozen shoulder or inability to raise the arm. It is also known for its ability to dispel wind and regulate Qi in the local area. Its location makes it ideal for addressing both muscular and joint pain in the deltoid region. It is often combined with LI15 for comprehensive shoulder pain relief.

On the Large Intestine channel

LI14 is one of 20 points on the Large Intestine Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is LI14 located?

LI14 (Bì Nào) is located on the lateral aspect of the upper arm, 7 cun proximal to LI11 (Quchi), at the inferior border of the deltoid muscle, on the line connecting LI11 and LI15 (Jianyu).

What is LI14 used for?

LI14 activates channel, alleviates pain, dispels wind-damp. Common clinical indications include pain in shoulder and arm, paralysis of upper limbs, eye diseases.

How is LI14 needled?

Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun.

Which meridian is LI14 on?

LI14 is a point on the Large Intestine Meridian (Shǒu Yángmíng Dàcháng Jīng).

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