LR10 (Zú Wǔ Lǐ, “Foot Five Miles”) is an acupuncture point on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian. It is located on the medial aspect of the thigh, 3 cun inferior to LR11 (Yīn Lián), on the line connecting LR11 and LR9 (Yīn Bāo). It regulates Qi, alleviates pain, benefits lower abdomen.
On the medial aspect of the thigh, 3 cun inferior to LR11 (Yīn Lián), on the line connecting LR11 and LR9 (Yīn Bāo).
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun. Avoid the femoral artery.
Regulates Qi, alleviates pain, benefits lower abdomen.
Lower abdominal distention and pain, urinary retention, scrofula.
LR10 is primarily used for regulating Liver Qi in the lower abdomen and groin, making it effective for conditions like hernia, abdominal pain, and urinary retention. It also alleviates pain along the inner thigh and genital region. Its name 'Foot Five Miles' suggests its broad influence in the lower body. It is often employed for issues related to damp-heat in the lower jiao, such as difficult urination or vaginal discharge, when Liver Qi stagnation is a contributing factor.
LR10 is one of 14 points on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian. Nearby points:
LR10 (Zú Wǔ Lǐ) is located on the medial aspect of the thigh, 3 cun inferior to LR11 (Yīn Lián), on the line connecting LR11 and LR9 (Yīn Bāo).
LR10 regulates Qi, alleviates pain, benefits lower abdomen. Common clinical indications include lower abdominal distention and pain, urinary retention, scrofula.
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun. Avoid the femoral artery. Caution: ⚠ Major vessel/nerve nearby — palpate first; avoid deep insertion (near the femoral artery).
LR10 is a point on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian (Zú Juéyīn Gānjīng).