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T.B.-14
   Location Inferior to the lateral extremity of the acromion between the acromial and spinal portions of the deltoid muscle or, with the arm abducted, in the posterior of the two depressions on the shoulder joint. How to find Ask the patient to abduct their arm to a 90° angle, which will reveal two depressions anterior and posterior to the acromion. T.B.-14 is located in the posterior depression, directly below the dorsal aspect of the lateral extremity of the acromion, between the acromial and spinal fibres of the deltoid muscle. The dorsal aspect of the lateral extremity of the acromion becomes more easily palpable when the upper arm is gently pulled (extension of the upper arm), allowing the head of the humerus to glide anteriorly. ➞ L.I.-15 is located in the depression anterior to T.B.-14. Actions/Indications ● Disperses Wind and Dampness, benefits the shoulder joint, opens the channel and the luo-connecting vessels, alleviates pain Special features Important local point for shoulder pain, especially for the dorsal aspect of the shouler | |
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