LR-3 – Taichong (太衝)

Supreme Rush

Meridian: Liver Meridian

Location

On the dorsum of the foot, in the depression proximal to the 1st-2nd metatarsal bones

Needling technique

Depth: 0.5-1 cun (10-20 mm)
Direction: Perpendicular or proximal

Indications

Stress, irritability, headache, dizziness, hypertension, menstrual disorders, insomnia, eye pain, costal pain

Contraindications

Avoid in patients with bleeding disorders. Caution in pregnancy (can induce labor).