LOCATION: Posterior & inferior to the mastoid process, on the posterior border of m.
sternocleidomastoideus, almost level with S.I. 17 and U.B. 10.
IMAGE: The point is a "Window" or connection between the body and the head, "Heaven."
"Window" is also a reference to the sense orifices on the head (eyes, ears, and nose)
FUNCTIONS: Benefits Ear, Clears Channels & Invigorates Collaterals, Clears Heat ,Wind, &
Dampness, Drains Fire, Reduces Qi Stagnation & Stops Pain, Reduces Swelling,
INDICATIONS:
constricted throat
deafness
excessive dreaming
scrofula
sore eyes
sore throat
stiff neck
sudden deafness
tinnitus
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: Mann: excessive dreams, lively dreams (that wake you up all
night)
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: lymphatic swellings around the neck
facial swelling
good for weight control
for water balance in the body
low back problems, scoliosis
traditionally not recommended to moxa.
