LU5 is located in the elbow crease, in the lateral depression of the biceps brachii tendon, with the arm slightly flexed and the palm facing upwards.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
Purifies Lung Heat
Restores descending Qi
Relieves cough and Phlegm
Further information available in the app
What is it for
Productive cough
Acute bronchitis
Hemoptysis
Asthma, Breathing difficulties
Elbow pain and forearm pain
Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with LU5, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
LU5 is one of the main points to treat Lung Heat and Phlegm, especially in acute stages or with obvious chest congestion. It is also widely used in protocols for chronic respiratory disorders with bronchial obstruction.
AcupointsMap - The iáomai module dedicated to acupuncture
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External paths
Main
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Luo-connecting
Meridians
Distinct
Meridians
Muscle-tendon
Meridians
Extraordinary
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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 Lung
Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
Associated pathology sheets
Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin