Lung Meridan Points 2 through 4

Today we will continue along the Lung Meridian to discuss the location, function and indication of points and their uses.

Lung 2 is located in the depression below the acromial extremity of the clavicle about six inches lateral to the midline (about one inch above Lung 1 on the torso of the body). The Chinese name of this point is Yunmen, which means “Cloud’s Door”. The image is of clouds as referring to heaven’s energy. The Qi of Heaven and Earth meet in the clouds.

Functions of Lung 2 are to dispel Lung heat, smooth the function of the joints, drain heat in joints, and eliminate anxiety. Some of the disorders this point is useful for are relieving cough, chest pain, asthma, and inflammation of the shoulder joint.

The next point on the Lung Meridian is Lung 3 located on the inner aspect of the upper arm approximately 3 inches below the axillary fold (underarm fold) on the radial side of the biceps muscle. The Chinese name of this point is Tianfu which translates to mean “Heaven’s Residence”. Lung 3 is one of the “window of the sky” points which are a set of points whose basic function is to improve the flow energy between the head and body. Some ‘window of the sky’ indications would be people who speak to themselves or will not speak at all, confusion, depression and forgetfulness. Other functions in addition to the ‘window of the sky’ are dispersing wind heat and regulating Lung Qi. Some common disorders for use are bronchitis, asthma, nosebleed, and pain in the medial upper arm.

Lung 4 is next along the meridian and is located about one inch below Lung 3. The Chinese name is Xiabai which is translated as “Gallantry” This image refers to “Protect White”-the color attributed to Lung energy is “white”. Functions include regulating Qi and Blood, sedating pain. Some common disorders this point is useful for are bronchitis, asthma, nosebleed and pain in medial upper arm.