LI16 (Jugu, “Great Bone”) is the Meeting point of LI & Yang Qiao point of the Large Intestine Meridian. LI16 is located in the depression between the acromial extremity of the clavicle and the scapular spine. It lies superior to the shoulder joint. It activates channel, alleviates pain, benefits shoulder joint.
LI16 is located in the depression between the acromial extremity of the clavicle and the scapular spine. It lies superior to the shoulder joint.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Avoid the subclavian artery and lung.
Activates channel, alleviates pain, benefits shoulder joint.
Shoulder pain, arm paralysis, inability to raise arm.
Jugu is a significant point for shoulder pain and dysfunction, especially conditions affecting the deltoid region and shoulder joint mobility. As a meeting point of the Large Intestine and Yang Qiao meridians, it effectively addresses both local pain and broader issues of motor impairment and stiffness in the shoulder. It is particularly useful for frozen shoulder and rotator cuff injuries. It is commonly combined with LI15 and SJ14 for comprehensive shoulder treatment.
LI16 is one of 20 points on the Large Intestine Meridian. Nearby points:
LI16 is located in the depression between the acromial extremity of the clavicle and the scapular spine. It lies superior to the shoulder joint.
LI16 activates channel, alleviates pain, benefits shoulder joint. Common clinical indications include shoulder pain, arm paralysis, inability to raise arm.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Avoid the subclavian artery and lung. Caution: ⚠ Major vessel/nerve nearby — palpate first; avoid deep insertion (near the subclavian artery).
LI16 is a point on the Large Intestine Meridian (Shǒu Yángmíng Dàcháng Jīng).