#89 - How to Use the 11 Acupuncture Points of the Lung Meridian
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Today, weâre exploring one of the most important channels in Chinese medicine: the Lung Meridian.
With 11 points that treat everything from cough and asthma to sore throat, grief, and even emotional release, knowledge of the Lung meridian is vital for every acupuncture student and practitioner.
Together, we will break down each pointâs location, function, and clinical application, plus how the Lung channel connects digestion, immunity, and respiration. Think of this as your go-to Lung meridian reviewâclear, simple, and packed with clinical gems.
Hereâs what youâll learn:
- Why the Lung channel is most active between 3â5 am
- The pathway: starting in the Middle Jiao, connecting digestion and immunity, and ending at the thumb
- Key Lung pointsâlike LU 1 for asthma, LU 5 for cough, LU 7 for immunity, and LU 11 for sore throats and emotional releaseâand how to use them in clinic
- How the Lung meridian helps address both physical symptoms and psycho-emotional imbalances
đ§ Whether youâre prepping for exams or want to sharpen your clinical skills, this episode will make the Lung meridian crystal clear.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to the Lung Channel (00:00:00)
2. Pathway of the Lung Meridian (00:03:54)
3. Location of Lung Points 1-4 (00:08:01)
4. Acupoint Made Easy Book Promotion (00:10:18)
5. Location of Lung Points 5-11 (00:12:38)
6. Special Functions of Lung Points (00:16:24)
7. Episode Wrap-up and Disclaimer (00:23:14)
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