Meridian MasteryLarge Intestine channel · LI13
手五里 Shǒuwǔlǐ
LI13 · Arm Five Miles
Where it is
Outer upper arm, a hand's width above LI11, on the line from LI11 to LI15.
Anatomically: Outer upper arm, 3 cun above the elbow crease, on the line running from LI11 to LI15.
Locations follow the WHO standard acupuncture point locations, in our own words.
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The name
It pairs with Arm Three Miles (LI10). That point is below the elbow; this one is above it, on the upper arm.
On the Large Intestine channel
Point 13 of 20 on the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Channel.
For education about traditional Chinese medicine theory only. Not medical advice. Talk to a qualified health professional before using acupressure if you are pregnant, have a health condition or take medication.