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This point, at the outer canthus, is a principal local point for eye disorders, dispelling wind and clearing heat.
Location
On the face, 0.5 cun lateral to the outer canthus of the eye, in the depression on the lateral border of the orbit.
Anatomy
On orbicularis oculi; the zygomatico-orbital artery; the zygomaticofacial and zygomaticotemporal nerves and the temporal branch of the facial nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Dispels wind and clears heat
- Benefits the eyes and brightens vision
Indications
Red, painful and watery eyes, blurred vision, early-stage cataract, headache, and facial paralysis.
Needling
0.3-0.5 cun, transverse insertion laterally; or prick to bleed.
Moxibustion Suitability
Moxibustion is not used near the eye.
Point Combinations
With BL-2 and SJ-23 for eye disorders.
Classical Text References
A meeting point with the Small Intestine and Triple Burner channels; a chief local eye point.
Cautions & Contraindications
Risk of bruising; apply pressure after withdrawal.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
