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This point, below the ear, benefits the throat, neck and ears and dissipates nodules.
Location
On the lateral neck, posterior to the angle of the mandible, in the depression on the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.
Anatomy
Anterior border of sternocleidomastoid; deep lie the external carotid artery and internal jugular vein; the great auricular nerve, facial nerve and, deeper, the vagus nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Benefits the throat and the voice
- Benefits the ears and neck
- Dissipates nodules
Indications
Sore throat, swelling of the neck and cheek, tinnitus and deafness, goitre, and stiff neck.
Needling
0.5-0.8 cun, perpendicular insertion; needle with care.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With SI-16 for throat and ear disorders.
Classical Text References
Used for disorders of the throat, neck and ears.
Cautions & Contraindications
The carotid artery and jugular vein lie deep; needle shallowly and avoid deep insertion.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
