Meridian MasteryLung channel · LU6
孔最 Kǒngzuì
LU6 · Greatest Opening
Where it is
Thumb side of the forearm, seven thumb-widths above the wrist crease, on the line from LU5 to LU9.
Anatomically: Forearm, 7 cun up from the wrist crease (palm side), on the line running from LU5 to LU9.
Locations follow the WHO standard acupuncture point locations, in our own words.
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The name
As the Xi-Cleft point, the channel's Qi and blood gather deep here, which makes it the channel's most important opening.
Point categories
- Xi-Cleft 郄穴
- Where the Qi and blood of the channel are said to gather deep, as in a cleft between rocks.
On the Lung channel
Point 6 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.