Naoshu · 臑俞 · Upper Arm Shu
Small Intestine meridian
On the shoulder girdle, in the depression inferior to the spine of the scapula, directly superior to the posterior axillary fold (directly above SI9).
Gently loosens a heavy shoulder that resists lifting the arm and eases tightness across the back of the shoulder girdle.
Knead with the fingers of the opposite hand, or against a ball on a wall, for 60-90 seconds at a comfortable pressure, breathing evenly.
Do not press deeply toward the armpit - large vessels and nerves run there; ease off if you feel shooting pain, tingling or numbness in the arm.
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