LR12 (Jimai, “Urgent Pulse”) is an acupuncture point on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian. It is located in the pubic region, lateral to the pubic tubercle, 2.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, in the inguinal groove. It regulates Qi in the lower Jiao, alleviates pain.
In the pubic region, lateral to the pubic tubercle, 2.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, in the inguinal groove.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun. Caution for femoral artery.
Regulates Qi in the lower Jiao, alleviates pain.
Hernia, pain in the external genitalia, prolapse of uterus.
LR12, 'Urgent Pulse,' is a local point primarily used for regulating Qi in the lower Jiao and alleviating pain in the groin and external genitalia. It is particularly effective for conditions such as hernia, testicular pain, and swelling or pain in the vulva. This point helps to smooth the flow of Liver Qi in the inguinal region, making it useful for stagnation-related pain and discomfort. It is often used for acute pain in the genital area due to its direct action on the meridian in this region.
LR12 is one of 14 points on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian. Nearby points:
LR12 (Jimai) is located in the pubic region, lateral to the pubic tubercle, 2.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, in the inguinal groove.
LR12 regulates Qi in the lower Jiao, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include hernia, pain in the external genitalia, prolapse of uterus.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun. Caution for femoral artery. Caution: ⚠ Major vessel/nerve nearby — palpate first; avoid deep insertion (near the femoral artery).
LR12 is a point on the Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian (Zú Juéyīn Gānjīng).