The meridian that distributes the index finger is the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian.
The Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian starts at the end of the index finger, then runs along the radial edge of the index finger between the tendon of the extensor digitorum longus and the tendon of the extensor digitorum brevis, then along the radial side of the forearm, up the front of the outer side of the upper arm, then up the shoulder, and finally along the neck to the side of the nostrils.
The starting point of the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian is the Shangyang point, the terminating point is the Yingxiang point, and the more commonly used points are the Sanmai, Hegu, Yangxi, Sanli of the hands, Elbowos, Quchi, Shoulder, and Mouth Woosu points.
Acupuncture points on the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian generally assist in the treatment of diarrhea, nosebleeds, sore throat, dry mouth and throat, swollen and painful gums, shoulder and arm pain, crooked mouth and eyes, and unfavorable finger flexion and extension.
Therefore, when the index finger pain, numbness and other symptoms, can be considered to be the hand Yangming large intestine meridian lesions, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment, do not carry out acupuncture on their own, so as not to cause damage to the body.