LI8 (Xià Lián, “Lower Ridge”) is an acupuncture point on the Large Intestine Meridian. It is located on the radial side of the forearm, on a line connecting LI5 (Yangxi) and LI11 (Quchi), 4 cun proximal to the wrist crease, or 4 cun distal to the elbow crease. It clears Yangming channel obstruction, alleviates pain.
On the radial side of the forearm, on a line connecting LI5 (Yangxi) and LI11 (Quchi), 4 cun proximal to the wrist crease, or 4 cun distal to the elbow crease.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1.0 cun.
Clears Yangming channel obstruction, alleviates pain..
Abdominal pain as if stabbed by a knife, food not transforming, diarrhea with undigested food, abdominal and flank pain and fullness,manic running, pain in the navel area, dry lips, drooling, mastitis, labored breathing..
Based on classical sources, Xiàlián addresses acute and painful conditions of the abdomen, particularly those related to the Large Intestine's digestive function, such as sharp pain, indigestion, and diarrhea. Its mention in the context of 'manic running' and labored breathing suggests an ability to clear heat and calm the spirit, consistent with its role on the Yangming channel. It is also indicated for local channel issues like mastitis.
LI8 is one of 20 points on the Large Intestine Meridian. Nearby points:
LI8 (Xià Lián) is located on the radial side of the forearm, on a line connecting LI5 (Yangxi) and LI11 (Quchi), 4 cun proximal to the wrist crease, or 4 cun distal to the elbow crease.
LI8 clears Yangming channel obstruction, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include abdominal pain as if stabbed by a knife, food not transforming, diarrhea with undigested food, abdominal and flank pain and fullness,manic running, pain in the navel area, dry lips, drooling, mastitis, labored breathing.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1.0 cun.
LI8 is a point on the Large Intestine Meridian (Shǒu Yángmíng Dàcháng Jīng).