SI-4 - Wrist Bone

腕骨 - Wǎn gǔ

Point Region: Wrist

SI

Small Intestine Meridian

手太阳小肠经 - Shǒu Tàiyáng Xiǎochángjīng

SI-4 Wangu, meaning 'Wrist Bone,' is the Yuan-Source point of the Small Intestine channel. Located on the wrist, this point is a 'bone of the wrist' that helps to regulate the body's internal energy and restore a sense of balance. Its name, 'Wrist Bone,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system.

Think of Wangu as a point that helps to 'strengthen the bone' of your body. It's invaluable for addressing issues like a restless spirit, a feeling of 'heat' in the body, and a lack of vitality. By regulating the body's internal energy, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.

By regulating the body's internal energy, SI-4 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a calm and unburdened body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: In a palpable hollow on the medial wrist, just distal to the wrist crease.

How to Locate:

  1. Turn your hand palm up
  2. Find the crease where your wrist bends
  3. Move to the outer edge of this crease (little finger side)
  4. Feel for the small hollow just past the crease
Location illustration for In a palpable hollow on the medial wrist, just distal to the wrist crease.

Primary Functions

Nervous System

  • Relieves headaches and head pain
  • Calms the mind and spirit
  • Reduces mental agitation
  • Treats anxiety and restlessness

Musculoskeletal System

  • Relieves wrist pain and stiffness
  • Treats hand and finger pain
  • Reduces arm and shoulder tension
  • Improves wrist flexibility

Eye & Vision System

  • Treats eye disorders
  • Reduces eye inflammation
  • Improves visual acuity
  • Relieves eye strain

Digestive System

  • Promotes healthy digestion
  • Regulates small intestine function
  • Enhances nutrient absorption

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Wrist pain
  • Jaundice
  • Abdominal distention
  • Wrist stiffness
  • Digestive problems
  • Bloating

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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SI-4 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Recent wrist surgery
  • Severe wrist fracture
  • Acute wrist injury