Tianjing — Heavenly Well
In brief
The Heavenly Well point can be massaged to ease various discomforts, including elbow pain or certain types of headaches. It is useful for soothing skin irritations such as hives.
Where to find it
In the hollow above the point of the elbow, with elbow flexed
Indications
How to stimulate it (acupressure)
To stimulate this point, bend your elbow. The point is located in the palpable depression just above the bony tip of the elbow (the olecranon). Apply moderate pressure with your thumb or a finger, using small circular movements. The sensation should be firm pressure without pain, possibly with slight numbness. Massage for 1 to 2 minutes per point, and you can repeat this 2 to 3 times a day.
Other uses
Acupuncture
Depth : 0.5-1 cun
This technique is reserved exclusively for the practitioner. The needle is inserted perpendicularly, at a depth of 0.5 to 1 cun, depending on the patient's morphology and the desired effect.
Effects in traditional Chinese energetics (TCM)
This point clears Heat (excess warming energy), promotes the flow of Qi (vital energy) in the Triple Burner meridian (energy channel), and is classified as a He-Sea point (a point where energy accumulates) and an Earth point (a point associated with stability and transformation).
Related points
Points frequently used alongside this one.
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