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This point, on the forearm, benefits the voice and ears and relieves pain along the channel.
Location
On the dorsal aspect of the forearm, 4 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease, between the radius and ulna.
Anatomy
Between the radius and ulna, on the extensor muscles; the posterior interosseous artery; the posterior antebrachial cutaneous nerve and the posterior interosseous nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Benefits the voice and the ears
- Activates the channel and stops pain
Indications
Sudden loss of voice, deafness, toothache, and pain of the hand and arm.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With SJ-6 for arm pain and deafness.
Classical Text References
Used for loss of voice and disorders of the arm and ears.
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.
