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Knowledge baseAcupuncture points

M-UE-9

Sifeng

Four Seams

Also known asFour Cracks

Channel
Extra points

Location

  1. 01On the palm side, at the center of the transverse crease over the proximal interphalangeal joint of the index, middle, ring and little fingers.
  2. 02On the palm side, within the transverse creases over the proximal interphalangeal joints of the four fingers other than the thumb. Note: most people show two creases at this joint; Sifeng M-UE-9 sits on whichever crease becomes most pronounced when the finger is flexed.

Needling

  1. 01Prick the point to bleed, or express a small amount of thick yellowish fluid.
  2. 02Insert the needle and then squeeze out a small amount of thick yellowish fluid (the treatment still works even when no fluid emerges).

Actions

  • Dispels Wind
  • Transforms Dampness
  • Aids digestion

Indications

  • Childhood malnutrition
  • Childhood indigestion
  • Pertussis (whooping cough)
  • Finger arthritis
  • Intestinal roundworms
  • Diarrhea in children

Notes

Mainly used in young children to aid digestion, addressing childhood nutritional impairment and accumulation disorder.