LR4

Zhongfeng(LR4,中封) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Jueyin Liver Meridian of Foot. It is the Jing-river and metal point of the meridian.

Location

On the ankle, anterior to the apex of the medial malleolus, in the depression medial to the tendon of tibialis anterior, between SP5 and ST41.

Indication

• ①Hernia;
• ②seminal emissions;
• ③dysuria ;
• ④lumbago, abdominal pain, pain and swelling at the medial malleolus.

Method

Puncture perpendicularly 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.