22.13 (Xiao Jie)
The point 22.13 (Xiao Jie) is located on the LU meridian at the junction of the shaft and head of the first metacarpal bone. It is approximately one cun distal to LU 10.
Indications
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This point is well known for ankle sprains. It may also be used for general ankle pain and painful disorders of the feet.
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As is the case with many points on or near the thumb this point can also be used for neck, shoulder, and back pain, sciatica, and pain in the wrists and elbows.
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I have also used this point successfully for pain at the coracoid process due to biceps tendonopathy.
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Other traditional indications include stomach pain and chronic diarrhea. In some regards you can think of this point as working similar to LI 4 and Ling Gu for treating digestive disorders. However, it tends to not be as effective as those points, but it may replace them if they have already been needled many times.
22.13 - Xiao Jie