手五裏
Shouwuli(LI13, 手五里) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Yangming Large Intestine Meridian of Hand.
Location
Lateral aspect of the upper arm, 3 cun above Quchi(LI11). On the line connecting Quchi(LI11) with Jianyu(LI15).
Vasculature
The radial collateral artery and vein.
Innervation
The posterior antebrachial cutaneous nerve;deeper,the radial nerve.
Indication
- ①Crampy pain in the elbow and arm;
- ②scrofula.
Method
Puncture perpendicularly 0.5-1.0 inch. Avoid injuring the artery. Moxibustion is applicable.
手五裏