Qu Yuan: TCM Acupoint Guide

Name

Qu Yuan (Quyuan)

Location

In the tender depression superior to the medial end of the scapular spine, midway between SI-10 Naoshu and the spinous process of T-12.

Needling

• Perpendicular insertion, 0.3 to 0.5 cun.
• Oblique lateral insertion, 0.5 to 1 cun.
• Caution: too medial or deep medial insertion may puncture the lung.
• Straight insertion, 0.5-0.8 cun. Sensation: local distention and soreness.
• Puncture perpendicularly, 0.3 to 0.5 cun.
• Moxibustion is applicable.

Actions

• Benefits the shoulder and scapula

Indications

• Generalized painful obstruction
• Shoulder and scapula bi
• Hot bi of the shoulder and scapula with contraction
• Pain and an oppressive sensation of the shoulder
• Pain and stiffness of the scapular region
• Inflammation of the tendon of the supraspinatus muscle
• Soft tissue diseases of the shoulder joint
• Pain in the shoulder and scapula
• Blockage conditions
• Muscle spasms

Notes

This point is classically used for shoulder bi that has persisted for a long time and transformed into heat with contraction. It is best to needle this point with the patient sitting up. It is appropriate for those who are unable to embrace, both physically and emotionally.