HT-2 - Cyan Spirit

青灵 - Qīng líng

Point Region: Upper arm

HT

Heart Meridian

手少阴心经 - Shǒu Shàoyīn Xīn Jīng

HT-2, or 'Qingling' (meaning 'Cyan Spirit'), is a local point on the upper arm. Its name refers to its ability to bring a sense of clarity and ease to the spirit, much like the 'cyan' or blue-green color of a clear sky.

As a local point, Qingling is primarily used for issues related to the arm and shoulder, such as pain, numbness, and swelling. It is also used to address emotional and mental restlessness, as it helps to 'calm the spirit' and clear heat from the channel. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of peace and tranquility to the mind and body.

Qingling acts as a vital access point to the upper arm, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of balance and harmony. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the upper body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: 3 cun above the medial end of the transverse cubital crease, on the line connecting HT-1 and HT-3.

How to Locate:

  1. Locate your elbow crease on the inner arm
  2. Measure 3 finger-widths up from the inner end of elbow crease
  3. Draw an imaginary line from your armpit to inner elbow crease
  4. The point is along this line, 3 finger-widths above the elbow crease
Location illustration for 3 cun above the medial end of the transverse cubital crease, on the line connecting HT-1 and HT-3.

Primary Functions

Circulatory System

  • Improves circulation in arms and hands
  • Regulates heart qi and blood flow
  • Reduces palpitations and irregular heartbeat

Emotional & Mental

  • Calms the spirit and reduces agitation
  • Alleviates emotional instability
  • Promotes mental clarity and focus

Musculoskeletal System

  • Relieves arm and shoulder pain
  • Reduces muscle tension in upper limbs
  • Improves flexibility in arm movements

Nervous System

  • Calms nervous tension
  • Reduces stress and anxiety symptoms

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Forgetfulness
  • Memory problems
  • Headache
  • Axillary swelling
  • Arm immobility
  • Shoulder pain
  • Cardiac pain
  • Emotional instability
  • Poor concentration
  • Arm numbness
  • Hysteria

Related Health Concerns

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