Arm Three Li
Shousanli · 手三里 · โส่วซานหลี่
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Location
On the lateral forelimb about 2 cun distal to the elbow, in the groove of extensor carpi radialis.
Landmark: Extensor carpi radialis on the lateral antebrachium.
Actions and Indications
Regulates the intestines and relaxes the forelimb muscles.
Needling
Perpendicular 0.5-1.5 cm.
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Conditions That Use This Point
Often Used Together With
Bai Hui (lumbosacral) 百會
The principal point for the lower back and hindlimbs; raises yang and relieves pain — the most used point in veterinary acupuncture.
Leg Three Li 足三里
The strongest qi and blood tonic; regulates stomach and intestines and supports immunity.
Kidney Shu 腎俞
Tonifies the kidney and strengthens the bones and lower back — the principal point of the geriatric patient.
Jumping Round 環跳
Frees the hip and hindlimb and relieves sciatic pain.
Yang Mound Spring 陽陵泉
Relaxes sinews and muscle throughout the body; regulates liver and gall bladder.
Pool at the Bend 曲池
Clears heat and toxin from the blood, stops itching, frees the elbow.