TB 8 — Sān Yáng Luò (三阳络) — Three Yang Luo
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1. Overview
TB 8 — Sān Yáng Luò (三阳络) — is an acupuncture point on the Triple Burner meridian (San Jiao). Its English name, Three Yang Luo, reflects the point’s classical character and location. It is used in acupuncture practice as part of channel-balancing prescriptions for a range of conditions.
I am Dr (TCM) Attilio D’Alberto, a member of the British Acupuncture Council with over 25 years of clinical experience. I use TB 8 as part of individually tailored acupuncture prescriptions at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire.
2. Location
One cun above TB-6 Zhigou, between the radius and ulna.
3. Actions
- Clears Heat
- Removes obstructions from the channel
- Activates the channel
- Alleviates pain
- Clears the sensory orifices
4. Indications
- Bi syndrome of the arm, neck, shoulders and occiput
- Hand and arm pain
- Pain in the forearm limiting movement
- Brachial neuralgia
- Upper arm and forearm neuralgia
- Post-operative pain associated with pneumonectomy
- Fever
- Lumbar pain due to traumatic injury
- Lack of coordination
5. Needling
Slightly oblique insertion towards the ulnar side or oblique-proximal or distal insertion towards the elbow or wrist respectively.
Important: Acupuncture should only be performed by a fully qualified practitioner. Never attempt self-needling. All needles I use are sterile, single-use and disposed of immediately after treatment in a clinical sharps container.
6. Clinical notes
TB 8 Sān Yáng Luò (Three Yang Luo) is classified as: Meeting point of the three Yang channels of the arm. These classifications inform how the point is used in clinical practice. The point is typically combined with other channel points to form a balanced prescription based on the patient’s individual TCM diagnosis.
7. Treatment at my clinic
I use TB 8 as part of tailored acupuncture prescriptions for conditions including Headache. Each treatment is individually designed following a full TCM assessment.
I see patients in person at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire. Visit the prices page for consultation fees. Return to the acupuncture points directory or the acupuncture main page.
