Bites · Everyday TCM · Pain & Injuries · Acupoint · 1–2 minutes
Yang Ling Quan sits in a hollow in front of and below the head of the fibula. Press the knee opposite the stiff shoulder, then gently abduct.
In brief
Yang Ling Quan (GB34) sits in a depression anterior and inferior to the head of the fibula, on the outer side of the knee. For a frozen shoulder, press the knee opposite the stiff side until you feel a dull soreness, make small circles, and gently raise and lower the shoulder. Stop if the press turns sharp.
Point guide
Sit with the knee relaxed. Slide a fingertip to the outer side of the knee, just in front of and below the head of the fibula, until you feel a dull, tender hollow.
If the left shoulder is stiff, press the right knee. If the right shoulder is stiff, press the left. Circle with the fingertip until you feel a dull soreness.
Keep the circular press and slowly raise and lower the stiff shoulder out to the side. Range often eases as you continue. Stop if pain sharpens.
Try today Locate GB34 on the knee opposite the stiff shoulder and circle while you abduct.
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Self-press tips are educational, not personal medical advice. Book a consult for a shoulder that stays locked, or if pain follows a fall or sudden injury.
FAQs
The knee opposite the stiff shoulder. Left shoulder, right knee. Right shoulder, left knee.
A dull, tolerable ache is common. Sharp pain, tingling that shoots, or numbness means ease off.
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