HT4 Lingdao

Lingdao · 灵道 · Spirit Path

Meridian

Heart meridian

Location

On the anteromedial aspect of the forearm, radial to the tendon of flexor carpi ulnaris, 1.5 B-cun proximal to the palmar wrist crease (0.5 B-cun above HT5).

What it helps with

Gently settles a heart that flutters with nerves, helps with a suddenly hoarse voice or a lump-in-the-throat feeling before speaking, and releases forearm tension.

How to work on it

Find the small hollow at the edge of the tendon and hold a soft thumb pressure for 45-60 seconds, breathing slowly; do each arm.

Caution

The ulnar artery and nerve run close by - keep the pressure moderate. Ease off if you feel tingling or numbness in the little and ring fingers.

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