PC5 - Jianshi (Pericardium Point 5)
Point features
Where is it located
PC5 is located 3 cun above the wrist crease (PC7), along the flexor tendons, between the flexor carpi radialis and palmaris longus muscles.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Luo-Connecting point of the Pericardium meridian
- Transforms Phlegm and calms the Shen
- Regulates the Heart, harmonizes the Stomach, and opens the chest
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Anxiety
- Mental confusion
- Insomnia from Phlegm
- Nausea and vomiting due to Qi stagnation or repressed emotions
- Palpitations, chest heaviness
- Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with PC5, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
Jianshi, 'Intermediate Messenger', is a key point to treat mental and neurological disorders from Phlegm obstructing the Heart, such as depression, anxiety attacks, and emotional tremors. Also used for menstrual disorders due to stagnation combined with SP4 and PC6.
AcupointsMap -
The iáomai module dedicated to acupuncture
Tools and content for advanced exploration of points
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Meridians
External paths
Main
Meridians
Internal paths
Luo-connecting
Meridians
Distinct
Meridians
Muscle-tendon
Meridians
Extraordinary
Meridians
Easy access to content directly from the mannequin with meridians and points.
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 Pericardium
- Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
- Associated pathology sheets
- Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin
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