Futu LI18
Large Intestine Meridian (Hand Yangming)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | LI18 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Large Intestine Meridian (Hand Yangming) |
| Location | On the neck, at the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, 1.5 cun lateral to the laryngeal prominence |
Traditionally recorded associations
coughasthmasore throatsudden loss of voicescrofulagoiter and tumor
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Press and knead with the thumb pad |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | From top to bottom |
| Force | Medium |
| Tips | Knead and press along the direction of the muscle from top to bottom; Can be combined with slow rotational movements of the head; Use moderate force; avoid forcefully twisting the neck |
| Technique | mild moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10-15 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | Keep the neck relaxed during moxibustion; Be careful to avoid burning the skin of the neck |
Frequently asked
Where is it located?
3 cun below ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior tibial crest, per WHO standard.
Can I press it myself?
This site is an educational reference. Apply under a licensed practitioner; do not self-needle.
Sources & references
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
- NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov