Meridian MasteryLung channel · LU5
尺澤 Chǐzé
LU5 · Cubit Marsh
Where it is
On the elbow crease, just to the thumb side of the big biceps tendon.
Anatomically: On the elbow crease, in the hollow on the thumb side of the biceps tendon.
Locations follow the WHO standard acupuncture point locations, in our own words.
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The name
The forearm was measured in cubits, and this point sits where that measure starts, on the elbow crease. As the Sea point, the channel's Qi spreads out here broad and deep, like a marsh.
Point categories
- Sea point · Water 合穴
- At the Sea point the river reaches the sea: the flow turns inward and runs deep to join the organ.
On the Lung channel
Point 5 of 11 on the Hand Taiyin Lung 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.