Acupoint · LU4
Guarding White LU4
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Location
On the medial upper arm at the radial border of biceps brachii, 4 cun below the anterior axillary fold (5 cun above the cubital crease).
Point-taking cue
Guarding White: a sentry standing guard on the arm segment of the Lung channel.
Meridian
Lung Meridian · Upper arm · Metal
Actions
Loosens the chest and harmonises the stomach; regulates qi and directs it downward
Self-care
Gently knead the point with a fingertip for 2–3 min until mild soreness; or apply gentle moxibustion for 10–15 min
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