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Today we continue with acupressure by examining a new Meridian: The Large Intestine Meridian. for those who missed the first two articles I leave the links below.
Acupressure: Meridians, treatments and expedients
Acupressure: The Lung Meridian - Shou Tai yin - (Fei)
Large Intestine Meridian - Shou Yang Ming -
Large intestine function: Basically the function of the large intestine consists in the evacuation of impure substances from the body. In this last phase the intestinal waste products from the previous elaborations pass in order to be evacuated as faeces.
The same physical function also has repercussions on a psychological level. The large intestine is closely linked to the ability to let go of the past. If this does not occur or is not adequately overcome, disorders such as hemorrhoids and rectal prolapse can occur. While physically the disorders of the large intestine are attributable to the malfunction determined by the previous organic transformations operated by other organs and viscera. For example if the small intestine does not perform properly its work as a separator between solids and liquids evacuation problems may occur. Or if the lung (its associated organ) does not diffuse Qi properly then constipation problems may occur. Therefore the problems that lead to the involvement of the large intestine are: Hemorrhoids, Constipation, Prolapse of the anus and Diarrhea
Emotional aspects
The correlation of the large intestine with the lungs makes them similarly affected by the emotions of sadness, pain and worry . An energy imbalance in the large intestine can result in physical discomfort and emotional withdrawal, accompanied by feelings of depression , irritability, discouragement , anguish and apathy .
The most important points
LI4 – It is the most used point in acupuncture and has an important analgesic property. It can be used in the treatment of pain in any part of the body. It also stimulates the flow of energy to the upper body and is great for treating chills and dampness in the head and lungs.
LI11 – This point strengthens the immune system and is used to treat colds and respiratory tract infections .
There are 20 points on the large intestine meridian
Placed on the outer nail corner of the 2nd finger of the hand, is Jing point,
Revive, Eliminate Heat in the throat, Cure mumps.
Placed distal to the metacarpophalangeal joint of the second finger
Dispels wind and heat and cures epistaxis, pharyngolaryngitis, mumps,
Treats shoulder pain.
Located approximately at the metacarpophalangeal joint of the second finger of the hand
Refreshes the heat and decreases swelling
It cures intestinal pathologies such as colitis, diarrhoea, borborygmo, abdominal distension
It also treats affections of first airways.
LI 4 He Gu (Valley of Confluence)
Located at the apex of the triangle formed by the 1st and 2nd metacarpals, it has the following
– Dispels the Wind
– Purifies the Heat and opens the orifices
– Diaphoretic
– Regulates IQ and Blood
– Heals Stomach and Intestines
– It cures all head pathologies and is a fundamental point for any therapy, especially dominated by cosmo-pathogenic agents.
Refreshes the Heat and calms the Shen,
Heals eye affections and clears the throat, freeing the outside from Wind/Heat,
Heals flu.
Located 3 cun from the previous point
Treats heat in the intestine,
clears the waterways
Promotes diuresis and treats edema.
Placed 5 cun from the wrist along the line joining points LI 5 and 11
Refreshes Heat and cures epistaxis
Treats swelling especially of the face, sedates Shen, Dispels gastric Heat and therefore cures gastritis and mastitis.
Located 4 cun distal to point LI 11
Drains the canals and collaterals and therefore treats elbow and forearm pathologies
Frees the abdomen by treating meteorism.
Located 3 cun from point LI 11
Regulates the energy circle
Frees the channels and therefore treats headache, brachialgia and elbow affections.
Placed 2 cun from point LI 11,
Frees the abdomen curing bloating and diarrhea
Unblocks the IQ and Blood of the hand and forearm then treats the paresthesias
of the forearm and hand
ure elbow, wrist and forearm pain.
LI 11 Qu Chi (Curved Pond)
Located at the outer apex of the elbow flexion crease. It has the following Actions/Indications:
– Purifies the Heat
– Dispels the Wind/Moisture
– Frees the channels and pacifies the Shen
– Heals elbow pain, paresis and upper limb weaknesses
Placed on the elbow at 1 cun from the previous point.
Drains the meridian, treating contractures, pains and elbow dysfunctions.
LI 13 Wu Li ( Five Distances )
Placed 3 cun above the elbow on the anterior edge of the humerus
Drains the canals, frees the joint treating the elbow and its ailments
Treats cough and demoptysis.
LI 14 Bi Nao ( Arm and scapula )
Located at the humeral apex of the deltoid "V"
– It cures shoulder pain and upper limb paralysis
– It regulates the eye and frees the Meridian.
LI 15 JianYu (Shoulder Bone)
Located on the anterior apex of the shoulder in a dimple that forms when the arm is raised
– Cures shoulder pain and Scapulohumeral Periarthritis
– Helps the shoulder joint and cures hemiplegia and the paresthesias.
LI 16 Ju Gu (Big bone)
Placed in the dimple generated by the union of the Acromion with the Clavicle. It has the following Actions/Indications:
– It cures shoulder pain, scapulohumeral periarthritis, upper limb pain
– It cures upper limb pathologies, Decontracting.
Located on rear edge of SCM 1 cun below LI 18,
Cools Heat, Dispels phlegm, and clears throat.
Placed 3 cun from the thyroid cartilage
Expands the Lung
Treats pathologies of the throat, cures pharyngitis and pharyngeal pain.
Placed on the upper lip 0.5 cun to the side of the point GV 26
Opens the nasal orifice.
Placed in the contralateral nasolabial fold
Opens the nasal orifice.
LARGE INTESTINE 4 FOR PROTECTION
The large intestine 4 point is one of the most used points in acupuncture because it protects the head and face.
Acupuncture Point: Large Intestine 4 (LI4)
Chinese Name: He Gu
English Name: Union Valley Meridian
Element: Metal
Location: Large Intestine 4 point is located on the back of the hand, in the center of the second metacarpal bone on the radial side.
Helps the immune system
Strengthens the defensive power of Qi
Promotes the proper functioning of the immune system
Helps solve problems associated with the head and face (sinusitis, eyes, teeth, jaw)
This is one of the most powerful points for pain in any area of the body
Large Intestine 4 is the command point for the head and face. This means that it has a significant influence on the entire body area. It provides powerful protection, especially useful during the cold winter season.
The Large Intestine 4 point is also a Yuan Source point, that is, it stimulates vital energy, regulates the function of the corresponding organ and strengthens the immune response in the face of pathogenic factors that could cause an imbalance.
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