Li 10 Acupuncture Point

Large intestine 10, Abbreviated as Li 10, Transliterated Shousanli in Chinese, Arm Three Miles in English.

Li 10 Acupuncture Point Location:

With the elbow flexed, the point is on the dorsal radial side of the forearm, on the line connecting Li 5 and Li 11, 2 cun below the transverse cubital crease.

Li 10 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Abdominal pain, diarrhea
  • Paralysis of the upper extremities
  • Tapping the needle on this point can stop aching and distention sensation caused by incorrect needling technique.

Li 10 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Regulates Qi and Blood, tonifies Qi, activates the meridian, stops pain.