Jianzhen
Jianzhen(SI9,肩贞) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Taiyang Small Intestine Meridian of Hand.
Location
On the posterior aspect of the shoulder, 1 cun above the end of posterior axillary fold.
Indication
- ①Pain in the shoulder and arm, motor impairment of the upper extremity;
- ②scrofula.
Method
Puncture perpendicularly 0.5-1.0 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.
Jianzhen