LI 2 LI2 Second Space Er Jian 二間 large intestine 2 Large Intestine 2 li2
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LI 2 LI2
LI 2 LI2

LI 2 Second Space - Er Jian - 二間

LI 2 Point Location

Location

On the radial side of the index finger distal to the 2nd metacarpophalangeal joint in a depression at the border of the red and white skin.

Associations

Actions

  • Shown to increase saliva production and to effect the areas of the brain involved in saliva production. Useful for dry mouth (xerostomia).
  • LI 2 & LI 3 are not used often clinically as LI 4 & LI 11 have broader applications.
  • Sedation Point and Ying Spring Point, treats excess and clears heat from opposite end of the channel, for toothache, eye redness and pain, gum inflammation, sore throat.  
Relationships
Nearby Points (2)
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