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Acupoints for Shoulder-hand Syndrome Post-stroke

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Protocol (6 points)

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StrokeShoulder PainShoulder-hand SyndromeStroke SequelaeShoulder-hand Syndrome Post-strokeEdema Hand
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LI15Shoulder And Clavicle

LI15 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 肩髃 (jiān dòu)

🎯 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.

🛡️ Treats: Wind, Shoulder Pain, Pain, Goiter, Hemiplegia

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s12906-025-04916-9 ↗

Protocol (10 points)

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Shoulder PainHand SwellingShoulder-hand Syndrome Post-stroke
Point 1 of 10

LU05Cubit Marsh

LU05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 尺澤 (chǐ zé)

🎯 Location: On the cubital crease in the depression of the radial side of the biceps brachii tendon; point is located with elbow slightly flexed.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in cases of severe vascular disease; caution with depth at cubital fossa.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Knee Pain

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Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

刘会敏冷军 魏方月郭文田梦. 针灸治疗脑卒中后肩手综合征的临床取穴规律. 中国老年学杂志 ., 2021 [CNKI]

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside Shoulder-hand Syndrome Post-stroke:

Shoulder PainEdema HandShoulder-hand SyndromeStrokeStroke SequelaeHand Swelling

Using Acupoints for Shoulder-hand Syndrome Post-stroke

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 Shoulder-hand Syndrome Post-stroke
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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