Acupuncture point Li 03

Most important point on the liver meridian

Location acupuncture point Lv 03 Graphic
Location acupuncture point Lv 03

Location:

The point is located on the dorsum of the foot between the 1st and 2nd toes, at the end of the "groove".

Great Meeting — Tài Chōng

This is an important item for eliminating fullness in the liver, it is somewhat milder in effect than Lv 02.

Lv 03 has a special positive effect on cramps and muscle tension.

The acupuncture point has a profound and calming effect on the psyche and is indicated for very tense, impatient and stressed people. The point lacks this function Lv 02. For this purpose, the item is gladly marked with LI 04 used together. Together they are among the most important acupuncture points and are called the "Four Gates".

Application:   How long should you press the acupuncture point? 30 seconds     How hard should you press the acupuncture point? vigorous
Name:
  • 太冲 (tài­ chōng)
  • Li 03
  • Großes Treffen

Helps with:

Allergy acute, Allergy chronic, Eye problems, Disc problems, Flatulence, Hypertension, Cholesterol, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Dementia, Depression, Energy buildup 1, Detoxification, Glaucoma, Skin diseases (inflammatory), Hot flashes, Headache — eyes, Headache acute, Headache at the back of the head, Headache chronic, Stage frightLiver harmonizing, liver qi stagnation, Menstruation (weak), Migraine, Food intolerance, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Smoking cessation, Reflux, Restless Legs Syndrome, Pain, Stress 1, Tinnitus
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Liver
Element:
Wood
Assignment:
Yin More information
Organ time:
1 to 3 o'clock More information
Category:
Source Point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
  • Soothes liver yang
  • Promotes the flow of liver qi
  • Calms the mind (Shen)
  • Dispels inner wind
Contraindication:
Pregnancy

This point is THE anti-stress point at all. Its use relaxes the person on a physical and psychological level.

Application:

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This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.

Acupressure:

The acupuncture point Lv 03 is pressed firmly with the middle finger or thumb for 30 to 45 seconds.

Acupressure can be repeated several times a day (2 to 3 times) in case of acute problems.

Acupuncture technique:

The point is needled vertically, with a depth of 0.5 to 1 cun. Moxibustion is possible.

Video explanation of how to find the acupuncture point Lv 03

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Enlarge image Course of the liver meridian drawn on a male body

Meridian: Liver

If the liver energy is in disharmony, then we very quickly become bitter and frustrated. The Liver Qi begins to accumulate. Emotions such as anger, rage or irritability are a sign that the Liver Qi can no longer circulate freely....
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Features: element wood
  • Spring
  • Acid
  • East
  • Eyes
  • Anger
  • Creativity
  • Liver
  • Gallbladder