The difference between Hegu and Linggu

Hegu points and Linggu points are different in location, efficacy and indications.

Hegu points belong to the Large Intestine Meridian of Hand-Yangming, located at the radial midpoint of the second metacarpal bone on the back of the hand. Linggu points belong to the Large Intestine Meridian of Hand-Yangming, located at the junction of the first metacarpal

bone and the second metacarpal bone.