The Lingtai point is the residence of the spirit and mind. "Lingtai" means a place where the spirit resides. Due to its proximity to the heart, it is named after being the residence of the spirit and mind. Let's take a look at the accurate location of the Lingtai point in the following diagram.
Accurate Location of the Lingtai Point
It is located at the depression below the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra.
When selecting the acupoint, adopt a prone or sitting position. The acupoint is located on the midline of the back, at the depression below the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra.
Anatomical Structure of the Lingtai Point
Skin - Subcutaneous tissue - Supraspinous ligament - Interspinous ligament - (Epidural space). The skin is innervated by the overlapping distribution of the medial branches of the posterior branches of the 5th, 6th, and 7th thoracic nerves.
Functions of the Lingtai Point
Functions: Promotes lung meridian circulation, clears heat, and detoxifies.
Indications: Cough, asthma, stiff neck and back, and boils.
Actions: The Lingtai point belongs to the Governing Vessel meridian and can regulate the Qi of the Governing Vessel. It is close to the lungs, and the lungs govern the Qi of the body's exterior and the integration of skin and hair. The Governing Vessel is also the sea of Yang meridians. Therefore, this point has the functions of promoting lung ventilation, relieving asthma and cough, and clearing heat and detoxification.
Treatment Methods for the Lingtai Point
The Lingtai point has the functions of promoting lung meridian circulation, clearing heat, and detoxifying. When combined with Gu, Weizhong, it can promote Qi circulation along the meridians, disperse toxins, and treat boils and rubella. When combined with Feishu, Fenglong, it can clear heat, transform phlegm, tonify Qi, and relieve cough and excessive phlegm. When combined with Yanglingquan, it can regulate liver Qi and treat rib and flank pain.
