Large Intestine meridian

LI-10 (Shǒusānlǐ, 手三里) — Arm Three Miles

Meridian
Large Intestine (LI)
Anatomical view
anterior
Point classification
Commonly used distal point for the arm and Large Intestine channel.
Depth reference
0.8–1.2 cun perpendicular
Moxibustion
Applicable.
Reference aliases
LI10; Shousanli; 手三里; Arm Three Miles

Anatomical location

On the posterolateral forearm, on the LI-5 to LI-11 line and 2 body-cun below the cubital crease.

Traditional actions

Strengthens and relaxes the arm; circulates qi and blood in the channel; supports digestive regulation.

Recorded indications

Primary: Elbow or forearm pain; weakness of the arm; abdominal discomfort; diarrhoea.

Secondary: Toothache; facial swelling; shoulder tension; reduced hand function.

How to read this reference

AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.

Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.

Sources

References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region LI10
  2. Guidelines on Basic Training and Safety in Acupuncture

Frequently asked questions

Where is LI-10 located?

On the posterolateral forearm, on the LI-5 to LI-11 line and 2 body-cun below the cubital crease.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for LI-10?

Strengthens and relaxes the arm; circulates qi and blood in the channel; supports digestive regulation. The dataset lists these primary indications: Elbow or forearm pain; weakness of the arm; abdominal discomfort; diarrhoea. Secondary indications are recorded as: Toothache; facial swelling; shoulder tension; reduced hand function.

Is LI-10 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify LI-10 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.