TE12 - Xiaoluo (Triple Burner Point 12)

Point features

Where is it located

TE12 is located midway between TE11 and TE13, on the posterolateral side of the arm, along the line connecting the olecranon to the shoulder (TE14), between the triceps and deltoid muscles.

Functions

• Activates the circulation of Qi and Blood in the arm
• Reduces muscle pain and stiffness
• Promotes shoulder joint mobility
• Further information available in the app

What is it for

• Upper arm pain
• Muscle tension and movement limitation
• Shaoyang meridian energy dysfunction
• Further information available in the app

In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with TE12, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

Xiaoluo, 'Little Collector', is often used as a connecting point in upper limb joint and muscle treatments, especially in energetic physiotherapy and post-traumatic rehabilitation. Excellent for preventing or treating adhesions and fascial tensions when combined with TE14 and LI15.

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