wk5 - LI fxn & indications (16-20) Flashcards
1
Q
LI 16 - indications
A
- relieves hyperventilation & hyper-anxiety because it has a downward property
- for local use: pain & motor impairment of the upper extremities, pain in the shoulder & back
2
Q
LI 17 - indications
A
- sudden loss of voice
- sore throat
- scrofula, goiter
3
Q
LI 18 - indications
A
- cough
- asthma
- sore throat
- sudden loss of voice
- scrofula, goiter
4
Q
LI 19 - indications
A
- nasal obstruction
- epistaxis (nosebleed)
- deviation of the mouth
5
Q
LI 20 - functions
A
- opens & unblocks the nose
- dissipates wind pathogens
- clears qi fire
6
Q
LI 20 - indications
A
- nasal obstruction (can clear clogged sinuses, though won’t address root problem)
- epistaxis
- rhinorrhea
- deviation of the mouth
- itching & swelling of the face
7
Q
which points are especially good for treating facial tics & facial paralysis?
A
LI 19
LI 20
