Location acupuncture point Di 15
Location:
When the arm is raised sideways, 2 dimples appear on the shoulder. The point lies exactly in the front dimple.
Shoulder Transport Point — Jiān Yú
This acupuncture point is a main point in the treatment of shoulder and arm pain. Together with TB 14, which is located in the posterior dimple, it is used as a local point for shoulder problems. For shoulder problems it is best to use both points at the same time.
Application: 
30 seconds 
vigorous
30 seconds 
vigorous
Name:
- 肩髃 (jiān yú)
- LI 15
- Schultertransportpunkt
Helps with:
Colon strengthening, pain in the upper arm, Shoulder problems
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Large Intestine
Element:
Metal
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
5 to 7 o'clock
Category:
Classical acupuncture point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Supports the tendons
- Promotes the circulation of qi in the meridians
- Satisfies pain
- Represents wind
Contraindication:
None
None
If you suffer from shoulder problems, ask yourself in a quiet minute if there is a situation in your life that is weighing heavily on your mind or causing you discomfort.
Application:
AcuPen:
This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.
Alternatively, you can press this point with the round end.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point LI 15 is pressed with the middle finger 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 obliquely, with a depth of 0.5 to 1.5 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
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Features: element metal
- Fall
- Sharp
- Vests
- Nose
- Mourning
- Clarity
- Lung
- Large Intestine