LI17 - Tianding (Large Intestine Point 17)
Point features
Where is it located
LI17 is located on the lateral side of the neck, about 1 cun inferior to LI18, on the posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Purifies Heat and dissolves Phlegm
- Relaxes the throat
- Relieves cough and breathing difficulties
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Hoarseness and loss of voice
- Inflamed or swollen throat
- Cough and shortness of breath
- Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with LI17, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
LI17 is a key point for acute throat disorders and is often used in combination with LI18 to treat laryngitis, aphonia, and inflammatory conditions of the upper cervical region.
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What you can find with AcupointsMap:
- Interactive 3D visualization of the point
- Complete functions and therapeutic indications
- Needle insertion methods and detailed localization
- Complete pathway of the meridian of Large Intestine
- Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
- Associated pathology sheets
- Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin
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