According to the traditional Chinese description it is a Yin channel,associated with the element metal and possesses interior and exterior relationship with large intestine meridian (picture)

Total number of points : 11.

Starting point : Six chun lateral to 4Th intercostal space.

Terminal point : Superiolateral corner of nail.

Therapeutic indications

1. All the diseases along the pathway of the meridian.
2. Painful disorders of any part of the body.
3. Disorders of the lung.
4. Disorders of the related organ large intestine.
5. Skin disorders.
6. Nasal disorders.
7. Infections.
8. Conditions where homeostatis and immunity improvement is required.
9. As analgestic points for all acupunture anaesthesia.