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This is the Xi-Cleft point of the Triple Burner channel, used for acute conditions, ear disorders and pain along the channel.
Location
On the dorsal aspect of the forearm, 3 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease, on the ulnar side of SJ-6, on the radial border of the ulna.
Anatomy
On the radial border of the ulna, between the extensor muscles; the posterior interosseous artery; the posterior antebrachial cutaneous nerve and the posterior interosseous nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Benefits the ears
- Clears heat and calms the spirit (Xi-cleft for acute conditions)
- Activates the channel
Indications
Deafness, pain of the arm, epilepsy, and skin pain.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With SJ-3 and SJ-17 for ear disorders.
Classical Text References
The Xi-Cleft point of the Triple Burner.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
