Location acupuncture point SI 09
Location:
1 thumb width above the posterior axillary fold. The acupuncture point can be found by reaching under the left armpit with the right hand and moving up there with the middle finger along the outside of the shoulder blade a thumb's width.
Upright Shoulder — Jiān Zhēn
The acupuncture point SI 09 is a helpful point for shoulder problems and pain in this area. Especially in the area of the upper back, tensions are often found, which can then often spread to the shoulder and neck area. Here is this acupuncture point SI 09 a valuable aid in resolving these tensions.
Small intestine points also have an effect on the ear, since the small intestine meridian, with the acupuncture point Dü 19, ends directly in front of the auditory entrance. Therefore, these points are also very often used for ear complaints.
Application: 
30 seconds 
vigorous
30 seconds 
vigorous
Name:
- 肩贞 (jiān zhēn)
- Si 09
- Aufrechte Schulter
Helps with:
Small intestine strengthening, Shoulder problems
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Small intestine
Element:
Fire
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
1 to 3 pm
Category:
Classical acupuncture point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Routing clearing
- Satisfies pain
- Promotes the function of the small intestine
Contraindication:
None
None
Relaxing the shoulder girdle not only has a physical effect, but also relieves our psyche immensely by making it easier to let go of our "emotional baggage".
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.
If this feels uncomfortable, you can reduce the pressure or work with the round end of the AkuPen.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point SI 09 is pressed with the middle finger for 30 to 45 seconds, reaching around the body.
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 1.5 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
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Meridian: Small intestine
The small intestine is the second organ of the primary fire element. It takes over the food pulp from the stomach and then has the function of assimilating the pre-digested food components, i.e. absorbing them into the body...Learn more now >
Features: Element fire
- Summer
- Bitter
- South
- Tongue
- Mania
- Joy
- Heart
- Small intestine