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.

Functions

• Purifies Heat and dissolves Phlegm
• Relaxes the throat
• Relieves cough and breathing difficulties

What is it for

• Hoarseness and loss of voice
• Inflamed or swollen throat
• Cough and shortness of breath

📲 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.

Available on the AcupointsMap app:

• 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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