Acupoint · SI11
Heavenly Ancestor SI11
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Location
In the centre of the infraspinous fossa, at the junction of the upper third and lower two-thirds of the line from the midpoint of the scapular spine to the inferior angle.
Point-taking cue
Heavenly Ancestor: the centre of the hollow below the scapular spine.
Meridian
Small Intestine Meridian · Scapula · Fire
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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