LU 5 – Chize (Cubit Marsh)
Abbreviation: LU 5
Chinese Name (Pinyin): Chǐzé (尺泽)
English Translation: Cubit Marsh

Location:

• On the cubital crease of the elbow
• On the radial (thumb) side of the tendon of the biceps brachii muscle

Classification:

• He-Sea Point of the Lung Meridian

Indications:

• Respiratory issues:
• Cough
• Asthma
• Hemoptysis (coughing up blood)
• Chest congestion
• Afternoon fever
• Sore throat
• Gastrointestinal symptoms:
• Acute abdominal pain with vomiting and diarrhea
• Neurological:
• Infantile convulsions
• Musculoskeletal:
• Spasmodic pain in the elbow and arm

Urinary:

• Urine retention

Benefits:

• Clears Lung Heat
• Descends rebellious Lung Qi
• Expels phlegm from the Lung
• Relaxes the sinews
• Opens and regulates water passages (urinary system)

Note on He-Sea Points:

• He-Sea points are where the Qi of the meridian gathers and dives deeper into the body
• Often used to treat rebellious Qi (such as coughing, vomiting) and digestive issues like diarrhea