SI7

Zhizheng

Star

支正 (Zhīzhèng) — Branch to the Correct

Small Intestine channel · point 7

Luo-Connecting point

Traditionally used for

  • Headaches
  • Dizziness
  • Colds & fever
  • Mood & calm
  • Pain & joints

Location

On the ulnar side of the dorsal forearm, on the line connecting SI5 and SI8, 5 cun proximal to the wrist crease.

Fig. — SI7 · Forearm
Bones of the forearm — Gray's Anatomy plate
Bones of the forearm Gray's Anatomy, 1918

Needling

Depth: 0.5–1.0 cun
Angle: Perpendicular or oblique

Functions

  • Releases the exterior and clears heat
  • Calms the spirit
  • Activates the channel and benefits the elbow

Indications

Febrile disease with headache and stiff neckmania and anxietyelbow and finger stiffnessdizzinesswarts (classical indication)

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