EXT-35 - Elbow Tip
肘尖 - Zhǒu Jiān
Point Region: Arm/Elbow
EXT-35, or 'Zoujian' (meaning 'Elbow Tip'), is a local point located on the elbow. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'elbow' and 'arm,' as well as a sense of 'stiffness' or 'pain' in the arm.
As a local point, Zoujian is primarily used for issues related to the arm and hand, such as a stiff elbow, a sore arm, and a sense of 'weakness' in the arm. It is a go-to point for 'clearing heat' and 'regulating' the flow of energy in the arm and hand. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.
Zoujian acts as a vital access point to the core of the body, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the arm and hand. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the entire body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: Posterior elbow, best located with elbow flexed.
How to Locate:
- Bend your elbow to 90 degrees
- Locate the bony point at the back of your elbow (olecranon)
- Find the tip of this bony prominence
- This tip of the elbow bone is EXT-35
Primary Functions
Musculoskeletal System
- Treats elbow pain and stiffness
- Relieves tennis elbow and golfer's elbow
- Improves elbow joint mobility
- Reduces elbow inflammation
Nervous System
- Treats ulnar nerve compression
- Relieves elbow nerve pain
Circulatory System
- Improves elbow circulation
- Reduces arm swelling
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Scrofula
- Axillary nodules
- Inguinal swelling
- Intestinal abscess
- Lymph node swelling
- Chronic ulcers
- Elbow pain
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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EXT-35 Protocols
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