Arm nerve spasms can generally be treated with acupuncture at points such as Quchi (LI11), Shousanli (LI10), Waiguan (TE5), Yangchi (TE4), and others. This can reduce damage to local nerves and prevent the condition from progressing.
1. Quchi (LI11) is located at the lateral end of the elbow crease. It can clear heat and detoxify, and dredge meridians and collaterals, improving symptoms of fever and spasms. If obvious spasm symptoms appear, acupuncture can be appropriately applied to this point.
2. Shousanli (LI10) is mainly located on the forearm. It can relax muscles and activate meridians, reduce swelling and pain, improve body microcirculation, and alleviate the symptoms of arm nerve spasms.
3. Waiguan (TE5) belongs to the Hand Shao Yang San Jiao Meridian. It can dispel exterior heat and is located on the outer side of the forearm. It can improve symptoms of limb spasms, numbness, and weakness, as well as alleviate tinnitus and deafness.
4. Yangchi (TE4) is located in the transverse crease of the wrist's dorsum. It can promote the production of yang qi and connect the exterior and interior. It can improve symptoms such as redness, swelling, and pain in the eyes, deafness, and arm pain.
In addition, acupuncture can also be applied at points such as Neiguan (PC6), Hegu (LI4), and Taichong (LR3). It is necessary to constantly monitor local changes. If obvious discomfort symptoms appear, medical attention should be sought promptly to avoid delaying the best treatment window.
