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This point, on the forearm, benefits the ears and throat and relieves pain of the forearm.
Location
On the dorsal aspect of the forearm, 5 cun distal to the olecranon, 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 ears and throat
- Activates the channel and stops pain
Indications
Sudden deafness, toothache, sore throat, sudden loss of voice, and pain of the forearm.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With SJ-17 for deafness; with SJ-8 for loss of voice.
Classical Text References
Used for disorders of the ears, throat and forearm.
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.
