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PANguin

LU7 · Lung meridian

Lieque 列缺 · Lièquē

Lieque
Arms & hands

The timed session needs a free sign-in.

Standard location

On the thumb side of the forearm, just above the wrist bone, 1.5 cun above the wrist crease.

How to find it

  1. 1Interlock the webs of your thumbs and index fingers; rest one index finger on the wrist bone of the other hand.
  2. 2The small groove under your fingertip is the point.

Technique

Massage gently with your index fingertip for about 1 minute.

Traditionally used for

  • Cough and throat discomfort
  • Stiff neck (a classic pairing in TCM texts)

Cautions

  • Press lightly if your wrist is sore or you have tendon inflammation.

General wellness education — not a substitute for a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner.