Acupuncture Extra Point Xiaogukong (EX-UE6)
Location:
Make a fist with the palm facing the chest; at the midpoint of stria of proximal articulationes interphalangeae manus.
Function:
Clearing heat and brightening the vision.
Regional Anatomy:
Skin-subcutaneous tissue-dorsal digital aponeurosis.
There are the branches or tributaries of the dorsal digital artery and vein and the branches of the dorsal digital nerve of the ulnar nerve in this area.
Indications:
Redness, swelling and pain of the eyes, nebula, and sore throat.
Methods:
Moxibustion only, using 3-5 moxa-cones, or mild moxibustion for 5-10 min.