Yinlian LR11
Liver Meridian (Foot Jueyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | LR11 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Liver Meridian (Foot Jueyin) |
| Location | On the medial aspect of the thigh, 2 cun directly below Qichong, at the root of the thigh. |
Traditionally recorded associations
irregular menstruationleukorrhealower abdominal painleg painthigh pain
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Pinch and knead with the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | From bottom to top (toward the heart) |
| Force | Moderate to heavy |
| Tips | Use the thumb to grasp, pinch, press, and knead the thick muscle areas of the thigh; Can be combined with tapping to dredge the Channels / Meridians; The intensity is best when it produces a sore, distended sensation |
| Technique | Mild moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10-15 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | Moxibustion time on the thick muscle areas of the thigh can be appropriately extended; The degree should be local warmth and penetration |
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