Acupuncture Extra Point Dagukong (EX-UE5)
Location:
Flex one's thumb; at the midpoint of stria of dorsal articulationes interphalangeae manus.
Function:
Regulating the functions of the stomach and improving eyesight.
Regional Anatomy:
Skin-subcutaneous tissue-tendon of long extensor muscle of thumb.
There are the dorsal digital nerve of the radial nerve and the dorsal digital artery and vein in this area.
Indications:
Eye diseases, vomiting and Diarrhea.
Prescription:
Combined use with ShixuanEXUE11 (EX-UE11) for treatment of vomiting and diarrhea.
Methods:
Usually moxibustion is resorted to, using 3-5 moxa-cones, or mild moxibustion for 5-10 min.