🎯 Location: On the lateral side of the upper arm on the line connecting LI11 and LI15, 7 thumb widths above the LI11 at the insertion of the deltoid muscle.
⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth to avoid nerve damage.
Corroborated by a second study. LI15, ST38, SI09, TB14 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.27180/d.cnki.gjxzc.2023.000109 ↗
🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.
⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.
Corroborated by a second study. LI11, LI15, SI09, TB05, TB14 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.27258/d.cnki.gnxyc.2025.000483 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST38, BL57 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.27180/d.cnki.gjxzc.2023.000109 ↗
🎯 Location: Anteroinferior to the acromion on the upper portion of the deltoid muscle; when arm is in the full abduction the point is in the depression the appearing at the anterior border of the acromioclavicular joint.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling due to risk of pneumothorax; caution in shoulder injuries.
Corroborated by a second study. LI15, ST38, SI09, TB14 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1745-6215-15-130 ↗
🎯 Location: Anteroinferior to the acromion on the upper portion of the deltoid muscle; when arm is in the full abduction the point is in the depression the appearing at the anterior border of the acromioclavicular joint.
⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling due to risk of pneumothorax; caution in shoulder injuries.
Corroborated by a second study. LI15, ST38, SI09, TB14 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1745-6215-15-130 ↗
🎯 Location: When elbow is flexed point is in the depression the at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease midway between LU05 and lateral epicondyle of the humerus.
⚠️ Cautions: Monitor blood pressure and avoid strong stimulation where hypertension is uncontrolled or unstable; hypertensive crisis is a medical emergency. Avoid excessive stimulation in weak patients.
Corroborated by a second study. LI11, LI15, SI09, TB05, TB14 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.27044/d.cnki.ggzzu.2024.000861 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Restricted Range Of Motion Shoulder
Self-Treatment Guidelines
Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
Treat 2-3 times daily for best results
When to Seek Professional Help
Severe or persistent Restricted Range Of Motion Shoulder
Symptoms worsen despite treatment
If you have underlying health conditions
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