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LU3

Synonyms:
  1. 天府
  2. Tianfu

Tianfu
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Tianfu (LU3, 天府) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Taiyin Lung Meridian of Hand.

Location

On the radial border of biceps brachii, 3 cun below the end of the anterior axillary fold.

Innervation

The lateral brachial cutaneous nerve at the place where the musculocutaneous nerve passes through.

Indication

  • ①Bronchitis, asthma, epistaxis, and other lung diseases;
  • ②goiter;
  • ③pain in the upper arm.

Method

Puncture perpendicularly 0.5-1 inch.