Which acupuncture points are used for tennis elbow?
Apr 16, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
Tennis elbow can generally be treated with acupuncture at specific points such as Ashi points, Quchi (LI11), Shousanli (LI10), and Tianjing (TE10). In traditional Chinese medicine, tennis elbow is considered to result from overuse of the elbow joint, leading to stagnation of qi and blood in the meridians. Acupuncture at Ashi points and other nearby acupoints—Quchi, Shousanli, and Tianjing—can help relax tendons and unblock meridians, promote blood circulation, alleviate pain, and warm and regulate the flow of qi, thereby improving blood and qi circulation and relieving clinical symptoms.
Tennis elbow can generally be treated with acupuncture at specific points such as Ashi points, Quchi (LI11), Shousanli (LI10), and Tianjing (TE10). The details are as follows:
In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), tennis elbow is usually considered to result from overuse of the elbow joint, leading to blockage of qi and blood circulation in the meridians. Symptoms include pain, numbness, weakness when gripping objects, and tenderness. Under the guidance of a qualified TCM practitioner, acupuncture at points near the elbow joint—such as Ashi points, Quchi, Shousanli, and Tianjing—can help relax tendons, unblock meridians, promote blood circulation, relieve pain, and warm and regulate the flow of energy. This helps improve blood and qi circulation, reduce tissue swelling, and alleviate clinical symptoms through the principle that warmth promotes the movement of blood and qi.
After developing tennis elbow, it's important in daily life to limit activities involving the elbow joint and avoid overuse or excessive strain on the elbow to prevent worsening of symptoms.
