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Knowledge baseAcupuncture points

M-HN-10

Erjian

Tip of the Ear

Channel
Extra points

Location

At the top of the ear — fold the auricle over and the point sits at the peak of the fold.

Needling

  1. 01Insert perpendicularly, 0.1 cun deep.
  2. 02Puncture perpendicularly, 0.1 to 0.2 cun deep.
  3. 03Prick to draw a drop of blood.
  4. 04Moxibustion may also be used (3 to 5 cones).

Actions

  • Clears Heat
  • Reduces swelling
  • Benefits the eyes and throat

Indications

  • Redness, swelling, and pain in the eyes
  • Superficial visual obstruction
  • Nebula
  • One-sided headache
  • Sore, swollen throat
  • Mumps
  • High fever

Notes

When treating superficial visual obstruction, apply five moxa cones.