LR12 Urgent Pulse

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LR12 (Jimai, “Urgent Pulse”) is an acupuncture point on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian. It is located in the inguinal region, just lateral to the pubic tubercle and inferior and lateral to ST30 (Qichong), in the crease of the groin where the femoral artery is palpable. It soothes the Liver, regulates Qi in the Lower Jiao, and alleviates pain.

Location

In the inguinal region, just lateral to the pubic tubercle and inferior and lateral to ST30 (Qichong), in the crease of the groin where the femoral artery is palpable.

Needling

Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1 cun. Careful insertion is required to avoid the femoral artery and nerve.

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TCM functions

Soothes the Liver, regulates Qi in the Lower Jiao, and alleviates pain..

Indications

Genital pain, swelling of the testicles, uterine prolapse, hernia, pain in the lower abdomen, pain in the penis..

Clinical notes

Jimai is a local point in the inguinal region, primarily used for disorders of the external genitalia and conditions involving the groin, such as hernias. Its name, 'Urgent Pulse', highlights its proximity to the femoral artery, demanding cautious needling. Its indications for pain and swelling in the genital area make it a key point for various urogenital and reproductive issues.

On the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin channel

LR12 is one of 14 points on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian. Nearby points:

LR6LR7LR8LR9LR10LR11LR13LR14

Frequently asked questions

Where is LR12 located?

LR12 (Jimai) is located in the inguinal region, just lateral to the pubic tubercle and inferior and lateral to ST30 (Qichong), in the crease of the groin where the femoral artery is palpable.

What is LR12 used for?

LR12 soothes the Liver, regulates Qi in the Lower Jiao, and alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include genital pain, swelling of the testicles, uterine prolapse, hernia, pain in the lower abdomen, pain in the penis.

How is LR12 needled?

Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1 cun. Careful insertion is required to avoid the femoral artery and nerve. Caution: The classical texts provided do not list specific cautions. Modern practice emphasizes avoiding the femoral artery, which lies very close to this point.

Which meridian is LR12 on?

LR12 is a point on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian (Zú Juéyīn Gānjīng).

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