LUNG Flashcards
What is Lung 1 known as?
Front mu point of the lung, entry point
It is used for conditions such as cough, asthma, and chest pain.
Where is Lung 1 located?
Below the acromial extremity of the clavicle, one cun directly below Lu 2, 6 cun lateral to the ren channel
The specific anatomical reference helps in accurate location.
What are the indications for Lung 1?
- Cough
- Asthma
- Pain in the chest
- Shoulder pain
- Back pain
- Fullness in chest
- N/V
What type of point is Lung 5?
Water point, he sea point, son point
Each classification indicates its therapeutic function.
Where is Lung 5 located?
On the cubital crease, on the radial side of the tendon of m. biceps brachii with the elbow slightly flexed
Proper positioning is crucial for effective treatment.
What are the indications for Lung 5?
- Cough
- Hemoptysis
- Afternoon fever
- Asthma
- Sore throat
- Spasmodic pain of the elbow and arm
What is Lung 7 known as?
Luo connecting point, confluent point of ren mai, exit point, command point for the posterior head and neck
It plays a significant role in treating head and neck conditions.
Where is Lung 7 located?
Superior to the styloid process of the radius, 1.5 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist
The anatomical landmarks aid in precise needle placement.
What are the indications for Lung 7?
- Headache/ Migraine
- Neck rigidity/pain
- Cough,Asthma
- Weak immune system
- Sore throat
- constipation
- Weakness of wrist
- releases exterior and expels wind
- menstrual disorders
What type of point is Lung 9?
Earth point, shu-stream, yuan-source point, influential point of vessels, mother point
These classifications reflect its importance in nourishing and regulating lung function.
Where is Lung 9 located?
At the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression on the radial side of the radial artery
This location is critical for accessing the radial pulse.
What are the indications for Lung 9?
- Asthma
- Cough
- Tonify lung Qi
- Hemoptysis
- Sore throat
- Palpitation
- Blood vessels
- Pain in the chest
What type of point is Lung 10?
Fire point, ying-spring point
This indicates its role in clearing heat and nourishing the lungs.
Where is Lung 10 located?
On the radial aspect of the midpoint of the 1st metacarpal bone, on the junction of the red and white skin
Identifying this junction is essential for effective treatment.
What are the indications for Lung 10?
- Cough
- Hemoptysis
- Sore throat
- Fever
- Loss of voice
- Clears heat
- lung infection
What type of point is Lung 11?
Wood point, jing-well point, ghost point
The ghost point classification indicates its use in psychological conditions.
Where is Lung 11 located?
On the radial side of the thumb, about 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail
Its precise location is crucial for effective acupuncture.
What are the indications for Lung 11?
- Cough with fever
- Asthma
- Sore throat
- Epistaxis
- Contraction and pain of fingers
- Loss of consciousness
What is the method for needling Lung 11?
Puncture obliquely upward 0.1 inch or prick to cause bleeding
This technique is specific to certain therapeutic goals.
