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Large Intestine 2 |
 Chinese Name:
Erjian (English translation: Second Space)Location: When a loose fist is made, this point is on the radial side of the index finger, in the depression distal to the metacarpo-phalangeal joint. Classification: Ying-Spring point of the Large Intestine Meridian Indications:
Functions: Clears Heat, reduces swelling, relieves pain. Notes: Ying-Spring points are where the qi dribbles down the meridian. Ying-Spring points are indicated for heat in the body and changes in the complexion. Ying-Spring points are known to clear heat from the meridian. Needling: Perpendicular insertion .2 - .3 cun. |
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