Location
On the face, anterior to the intertragic notch, in the depression posterior to the condyloid process of the mandible, found with the mouth open.
Needling
Depth:
0.5–1.0 cun
Angle:
Perpendicular, with the mouth held open
Functions
- Benefits the ears and restores hearing
- Expels wind and relieves facial paralysis
- Benefits the jaw
Indications
Tinnitus and deafnessear discharge and infectiontemporomandibular joint disordersfacial paralysistoothachedislocation of the jaw
Clinical Notes
The lowest of the three ear points (TE21, SI19, GB2), and the most useful of them for jaw involvement.
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