LI19

Heliao(LI19, 禾髎) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Yangming Large Intestine Meridian of Hand.

Location

Above the upper lip, 0.5 cun lateral to Shuigou(GV26), below the lateral side of the nares.

Vasculature

The superior labial branches of the facial artery and vein.

Innervation

The anastomotic branch of the facial nerve and the infraorbital nerve.

Indication

Sniffles, nosebleed, rhinitis, deviation of the mouth, trismus, and other diseases of the local area.

Method

Puncture obliquely 0.2-0.3 inch.