Large Intestine meridian

LI-2 (Èrjiān, 二间) — Second Interval

Meridian
Large Intestine (LI)
Anatomical view
anterior
Point classification
Ying-spring and Water point of the Large Intestine channel.
Depth reference
0.2–0.3 cun perpendicular
Moxibustion
Applicable.
Reference aliases
LI2; Erjian; 二间; Second Interval

Anatomical location

On the radial side of the index finger, in the depression just distal to the second metacarpophalangeal joint at the junction of palmar and dorsal skin.

Traditional actions

Drains channel heat; eases swelling and pain of the face and throat; activates the finger pathway.

Recorded indications

Primary: Toothache; sore throat; red or painful eyes; fever; swelling of the face.

Secondary: Nosebleed; dry mouth; index-finger stiffness; pain around the second knuckle.

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 LI2
  2. Guidelines on Basic Training and Safety in Acupuncture

Frequently asked questions

Where is LI-2 located?

On the radial side of the index finger, in the depression just distal to the second metacarpophalangeal joint at the junction of palmar and dorsal skin.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for LI-2?

Drains channel heat; eases swelling and pain of the face and throat; activates the finger pathway. The dataset lists these primary indications: Toothache; sore throat; red or painful eyes; fever; swelling of the face. Secondary indications are recorded as: Nosebleed; dry mouth; index-finger stiffness; pain around the second knuckle.

Is LI-2 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify LI-2 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.