POINT | LOCATION |
GV 12 / Shen Zhu | Below the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra. |
ST 13 / Qi Hu | At the lower border of the middle of the clavicle, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
LI 06 / Pian Li | With the elbow flexed and the radial side of arm upward, the point is on the line joining Yangxi (LI 05) and Quchi (LI 11), 3 cun above the crease of the wrist. |
UB 37 / Yin Men | 6 cun below Chengfu (UB 36) on the line joining Chengfu and Weizhong (UB 40). |
UB 09 / Yu Zhen | 2.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline and 1.3 cun lateral to the midline, in the depression on the level of the upper border of the external occipital protuberance. |
KD 07 / Fu Liu | 2 cun directly above Taixi (KD 03), on the anterior border of Achilles' tendon. |
GB 38 / Yang Fu | 4 cun above the tip of the external malleolus, slightly anterior to the anterior border of the fibula, between m. extensor digitorum longus and m. peronaeus brevis. |
CV 20 / Hua Gai | On the anterior midline, at the midpoint of the sternal angle, at the level with the 1st intercostal space. |
EX 42 mouth / Hai Quan | Located on the median line of the underside of the tongue, at the midpoint between Jinjin and Yuye (EX 09) |
KD 08 / Jiao Xin | 0.5 cun anterior to Fuliu (KD 07), 2 cun above Taixi (KD 03) posterior to the medial border of tibia |
UB 22 / San Jiao Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Xuanshu (GV 05), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra. |
ST 10 / Shui Tu | At the midpoint of the line joining Renying (ST 09) and Qishe (ST 11), on the anterior border of m. sternocleidomastoideus. |
LU 06 / Kong Zui | On the palmar aspect of the forearm, on the line joining Taiyuan (LU 09) and Chize (LU 05), 7 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist. |
LI 18 / Fu Tu | On the lateral side of the neck, level with the tip of the Adam's apple, between the sternal head and clavicular head of m. sternocleidomastoideus. |
HT 02 / Qing Ling | When the elbow is flexed, the point is 3 cun above the medial end of the transverse cubital crease at Shaohai (HT 03), in the groove medial to m. biceps brachii. |
GV 07 / Zhong Shu | Below the spinous process of the 10th thoracic vertebra. |
UB 59 / Fu Yang | 3 cun directly above Kunlun (UB 60). |
KD 20 / Tong Gu | 5 cun above the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Shangwan (CV 13). |
GV 06 / Ji Zhong | Below the spinous process of the 11th thoracic vertebra. |
SJ 18 / Qi Mai | In the center of the mastoid process, at the junction of the middle and lower 3rd of the curve formed by Yifeng (SJ 17) and Jiaosun (SJ 20) posterior to the helix. |
GV 26 / Shui Gou | At the junction of the upper 3rd and middle 3rd of the philtrum. |
SI 08 / Xiao Hai | When the elbow is flexed, the point is located in the depression between the olecranon of the ulna and the medial epicondyle of the humerus. |
UB 65 / Shu Gu | Posterior to the 5th metatarsophalangeal joint, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
EX 15 M-BW-35 / Hua Tuo Jia Ji | A group of 34 points on both sides of the spinal column, 0.5 cun lateral to the lower border of each spinous process from the 1st thoracic vertebra to the 5th lumbar vertebra. |
HT 05 / Tong Li | When the palm faces upward, the point is on the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris, 1 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist. |
EX 12 head / Yi Ming | 1 cun posterior to Yifeng (SJ 17). |
ST 14 / Ku Fang | In the 1st intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
GV 25 / Su Liao | On the tip of the nose. |
SI 07 / Zhi Zheng | On the line joining Yanggu (SI 05) and Xiaohai (SI 08), 5 cun proximal to the dorsal crease of the wrist. |
EX 37 M-LE-13 / Lan Wei Xue | The tender spot about 2 cun below Zusanli (ST 36) |
SI 19 / Ting Gong | Anterior to the tragus and posterior to the condyloid process of the mandible, in the depression formed when the mouth is open. |
GB 13 / Ben Shen | 0.5 cun within the hairline of the forehead, 3 cun lateral to Shenting (DU 24). |
SI 11 / Tian Zong | On the scapula, in the depression of the center of the subscapular fossa, and at the level of the 4th thoracic vertebra. |
SJ 20 / Jiao Sun | Directly above the ear apex, within the hair line. |
CV 12 / Zhong Wan | On the anterior midline, 4 cun above the umbilicus. |
GB 43 / Xia Xi | On the dorsum of the foot, between the 4th and 5th toe, proximal to the margin of the web, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
EX 41 abdomen / San Jiao Jiu | Located on the lower abdomen, at the lower angles of an equilateral triangle with the apex at the navel and each of its sides as long as the width of the patient's mouth. |
GB 07 / Qu Bin | On the head at the crossing point of the vertical posterior border of the temple and horizontal line through the ear apex. |
UB 16 / Du Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Lingtai (GV 10), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra. |
LV 08 / Qu Quan | When the knee is flexed, the point is at the medial end of the transverse popliteal crease, posterior to the medial epicondyle of the tibia, in the depression of the anterior border of the insertions of m. semimembranosus and m. semitendinosus. |
HT 03 / Shao Hai | With the elbow flexed, at the midpoint of the line connecting the medial end of the cubital crease and the medial epicondyle of the humerous. |
KD 25 / Shen Cang | In the 2nd intercostal spacee, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
HT 08 / Shao Fu | When the palm faces upward, the point is between the 4th and 5th metacarpal bones. When a fist is made, the point is where the tip of the little finger rests. |
LV 06 / Zhong Du | 7 cun above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the midline of the medial surface of the tibia. |
ST 33 / Yin Shi | When the knee is flexed, the points is 3 cun above the laterosuperior border of the patella, on the line joining the laterosuperior border of the patella and the anterior superior iliac spine. |
ST 26 / Wai Ling | 1 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Yinjiao (REN 07). |
GB 15 / Tou Lin Qi | On the head, directly above the pupil and 0.5 cun above the anterior hairline, at the midpoint of the line connecting Shenting (DU 24) and Touwei (ST 08). |
CV 14 / Ju Que | On the anterior midline of the abdomen, 6 cun above the umbilicus. |
EX 48 N-CA-4 / Ti Tuo | 4 cun lateral to Guanyuan (CV 04) on the lower abdomen. |
GV 02 / Yao Shu | In the hiatus of the sacrum. |
SJ 21 / Er Men | In the depression anterior to the supratragic notch and behind the posterior border of the condyloid process of the mandible. The point is located with the mouth open. |
ST 42 / Chong Yang | On the dome of the instep of the foot, between the tendons of long extensor muscle of the great toe and long extensor muscle of the toes, where the pulsation of the dorsal artery of foot is palpable. |
LI 04 / He Gu | On the dorsum of the hand, between the 1st and 2nd metacarpal bones, approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side. Or, place in coincident position the transverse crease of the interphalangeal joint of the thumb with the margi |
GB 14 / Yang Bai | On the forehead, directly above the pupil, 1 cun directly above the midpoint of the eyebrow. |
EX 25 hand / Si Feng | On the palmar surface, in the midpoint of the transverse creases of the proximal interphalangeal joints of the index, middle, ring and little fingers. |
UB 38 / Fu Xi | 1 cun above Weiyang (UB 39) on the medial side of the tendon of m. biceps femoris. The point is located with the knee slightly flexed. |
GB 12 / Wan Gu | In the depression posterior and inferior to the mastoid process. |
EX 09 mouth / Jin Jing, Yu Ye | On the veins on both sides of the frenulum of the tongue, Jinjin is on the left, Yuye is on the right. |
UB 06 / Cheng Guang | 2.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun lateral to the midline. |
EX 26 hand / Zhong Kui | On the midpoint of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the middle finger at dorsum aspect. |
UB 19 / Dan Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Zhongshu (GV 07), at the level of the lower blorder of the spinous process of the 10th thoracic vertebra. |
EX 02 face / Yin Tang | Midway between the medial ends of the two eyebrows. |
SP 21 / Da Bao | On the lateral side of the chest and on the middle axillary line, in the 6th intercostal space. |
LI 01 / Shang Yang | On the radial side of the index finger, about 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail. |
KD 26 / Yu Zhong | In the 1st intercostal space, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
GB 11 / Tou Qiao Yin | Posterior and superior to the mastoid process, at the junction of middle 3rd and lower 3rd of the curved line connecting Tianchong (GB 09) and Wangu (GB 12). |
UB 66 / Tong Gu (Zu) | Anterior to the 5th metatarsophalangeal joint, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
ST 39 / Xia Ju Xu | 9 cun below Dubi (ST 35), and one finger-breadth (middle finger) from the anterior border of the tibia. |
PC 02 / Tian Quan | 2 cun below the level of the anterior axillary fold, between the two heads of m. biceps brachii. |
EX 04 head / Er Jian | Fold the auricle, the point is at the apex of the auricle. |
EX 08 face / Jia Cheng Jiang | 1 cun lateral to Chengjiang (REN 24). |
GB 35 / Yang Jiao | 7 cun above the tip of the external malleolus, on the posterior border of the fibula, level with Waiqui (GB 36) and Feiyang (UB 58). |
EX 10 M-HN-14 / Bi Tong | At the highest point of the nasolabial groove. |
CV 05 / Shi Men | On the anterior midline, 2 cun below the umbilicus. |
PC 05 / Jian Shi | 3 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, between the tendons of m. palmaris longus and m. flexor carpi radialis. |
UB 07 / Tong Tian | 4 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun lateral to the midline. |
GB 29 / Ju Liao | On the lateral aspect of the hip, in the body of the tensor fascia lata muscle, in the depression of the midpoint between the anterosuperior iliac spine (ASIS) and the prominence of the greater trochanter. |
EX 45 foot / Du Yin | Located on the inferior aspect of the 2nd toe, in the middle of the skin crease below the distal interphalangeal joint. |
LV 11 / Yin Lian | 2 cun directly below Qichong (ST 30), at the proximal end of the medial thigh, below the pubic tubercle and on the lateral border of m. abductor longus (and the anterior border of m. adductor longus). |
ST 19 / Bu Rong | 6 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Juque (REN 14). |
UB 57 / Cheng Shan | On the posterior midline of the leg, between Weizhong (UB 40) and Kunlun (UB 60), in a pointed depression formed below the gastrocnemius muscle belly when the leg is stretched or the heel is lifted. |
UB 01 / Jing Ming | In the depression slightly above the inner canthus. |
UB 54 / Zhi Bian | On the level of the 4th posterior sacral foramen, 3 cun lateral to the median sacral crest. |
GB 28 / Wei Dao | Located in the lower abdomen, 0.5 cun anterior and inferior to Wushu (GB 27), at the inferior border of the anterosuperior iliac spine (ASIS) or the top of the groin. |
GB 30 / Huan Tiao | In the hollow of the buttocks, one 3rd of the distance from the prominence of the greater trochanter to the sacrococcygeal joint, the hiatus of the sacrum, at Yaoshu (DU 02). When locating the point, put the patient in lateral recumbent position with the |
GV 23 / Shang Xing | 1 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline. |
LU 04 / Xia Bai | On the medial aspect of the upper arm, 4 cun below the anterior end of the axillary fold, or 5 cun above the cubital crease, on the radial side of m. biceps brachii. |
EX 16 M-HN-30 / Bai Lao | 2 cun above Dazhui (DU 14), 1 cun lateral to the midline. |
EX 17 back / Wei Guan (Wan) Xia Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 8th thoracic vertebra. |
SI 03 / Hou Xi | When a loose fist is made, the point is on the ulnar end of the distal palmar crease, proximal to the 5th metacarpophalangeal joint, at the end of the transverse crease and the junction of the red and white skin. |
UB 42 / Po Hu | 3 cun lateral to Shenzhu (GV 12), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra, on the spinal border of the scapula. |
UB 29 / Zhong Lu Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the Governor Vessel, at the level of the 3rd posterior sacral foramen. |
GV 11 / Shen Dao | Below the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra. |
SP 02 / Da Du | On the medial side of the great toe, distal and inferior to the 1st metatarsodigital joint, in the depression of the junction of the red and white skin. |
HT 01 / Ji Quan | When the upper arm is abducted, the point is in the centre of the axilla, on the medial side of the axillary artery. |
UB 33 / Zhong Liao | On the sacrum, medial and inferior to Ciliao (UB 32), just at the 3rd posterior sacral foramen. |
PC 01 / Tian Chi | In the 4th intercostal space, 1 cun lateral to the nipple and 5 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
EX 40 M-LE-8 / Ba Feng | On the dorsum of the foot, in the depressions on the webs between the toes, proximal to the margins of the webs, at the junctions of the red and white skin, eight points in all. |
GB 25 / Jing Men | On the lateral side of the abdomen, on the lower border of the free end of the 12th rib. |
ST 16 / Ying Chuang | In the 3rd intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
ST 44 / Nei Ting | Proximal to the web margin between the 2nd and 3rd toes, in the depression distal and lateral to the 2nd metatarsodigital joint. |
LI 20 / Ying Xiang | In the nasolabial groove, at the level of the midpoint of the lateral border of ala nasi. |
CV 02 / Qu Gu | On the midpoint of the upper border of the symphysis pubis. |
LI 08 / Xia Lian | On the line joining Yangxi (LI 05) and Quchi (LI 11), 4 cun below the cubital crease. |
SP 04 / Gong Sun | In the depression distal and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
CV 21 / Xuan Ji | On the anterior midline, in the center of the sternal manubrium, 1 cun below Tiantu (CV 22). |
LU 03 / Tian Fu | On the medial aspect of the upper arm, 3 cun below the end of the axillary fold, on the radial side of m. biceps brachii. |
SP 10 / Xue Hai | When the knee is flexed, the point is 2 cun above the mediosuperior border of the patella, on the bulge of the medial portion of m. quadriceps femoris. Or when the patient's knee is flexed, cup your right palm to his left knee, with the thumb on the media |
GB 17 / Zheng Ying | On the head, 3.5 cun above the anterior hairline and 2.25 cun lateral to the midline of the head. |
UB 48 / Yang Gang | 3 cun lateral to Zhongshu (GV 07), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 10th thoracic vertebra. |
UB 56 / Cheng Jin | On the line connecting Weizhong (UB 40) and Chengshan (UB 57), in the center of the belly of m. gastrocnemius, 5 cun below Weizhong (UB 40). |
SJ 16 / Tian You | On the lateral side of the neck, directly below the posterior border of mastoid process, on the level of the mandibular angle, and on the posterior border of m. sternocleido mastoid. |
LI 14 / Bi Nao | On the lateral side of the upper arm, on the line joining Quchi (LI 11) and Jianyu (LI 15), 7 cun above Quchi (LI 11), at the insertion of m. deltoideus. |
GV 05 / Xuan Shu | Below the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra. |
ST 06 / Jia Che | One finger-breadth (middle finger) anterior and superior to the lower angle of the mandible where m. masseter is prominent when the teeth are clenched, and depressive when it is pressed. |
UB 28 / Pang Guang Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the Governor Vessel, at the level of the 2nd posterior sacral foramen. |
UB 23 / Shen Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Mingmen (GV 04), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra. |
UB 53 / Bao Huang | 3 cun lateral to the median sacral crest, at the level of the 2nd sacral posterior foramen. |
UB 62 / Shen Mai | In the depression directly below the external malleolus. |
ST 35 / Du Bi | When the knee is flexed, the point is at the lower border of the patella, in the depression lateral to the patellar ligament. |
ST 40 / Feng Long | 8 cun superior to the tip of the external malleolus, lateral to Tiaokou (ST 38) about two finger-breadths lateral to the anterior border of the tibia. |
PC 08 / Lao Gong | At the center of the palm, between the 2nd and 3rd metacarpal bones, but close to the latter, and in the part touching the tip of the middle finger when a fist is made. |
SJ 05 / Wai Guan | 2 cun proximal to the dorsal crease of the wrist, on the line connecting Yangchi (SJ 04) and the tip of the olecranon, between the radius and ulna. |
UB 05 / Wu Chu | 1 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun lateral to the midline. |
UB 44 / Shen Tang | 3 cun lateral to Shendao (GV 11), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra, on the spinal border of the scapula. |
CV 24 / Cheng Jiang | In the depression in the center of the mentolabial groove. |
EX 07 face / Qui Hou | At the junction of the lateral 1/4th and medial 3/4ths of the infraorbital margin, halfway between Chengqi (ST 01) and the outer canthus. |
UB 10 / Tian Zhu | 1.3 cun lateral to the midpoint of the posterior hairline and in the depression on the lateral aspect of m. trapezius. |
ST 28 / Shui Dao | 3 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Guanyuan (REN 04). |
ST 22 / Guan Men | 3 cun above the umbilicut, 2 cun lateral to Jianli (REN 11). |
CV 04 / Guan Yuan | On the anterior midline, 3 cun below the umbilicus |
CV 16 / Zhong Ting | On the anterior midline, at the level with the 5th intercostal space, on the xiphosternal synchondrosis. |
UB 61 / Pu Can | Posterior and inferior to the external malleolus, directly below Kunlun (UB 60), lateral to the calcaneusm, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
ST 29 / Gui Lai | 4 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Zhongji (REN 03) |
KD 01 / Yong Quan | On the sole, in the depression when the foot is in plantar flexion, approximately at the junction of the anterior one-3rd and posterior two-3rds of the line connecting the base of the 2nd and 3rd toes and the heel. |
GB 16 / Mu Chuang | On the head, 2 cun above the anterior hairline and 2.25 cun lateral to the midline of the head, on the line connecting Toulinqi (GB 15) and Fengchi (GB 20). |
GB 06 / Xuan Li | Within the hairline, at the junction of the lower 1/4 and upper 3/4 of the distance between Touwei (ST 08) and Qubin (GB 07). |
KD 10 / Yin Gu | When the knee is flexed, the point is on the medial side of the popliteal fossa, between the tendons of m. semitendinosus and semimembranosus, at the level with Weizhong (UB 40) |
UB 45 / Yi Xi | 3 cun lateral to Lingtai (GV 10), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra, on the spinal border of the scapula. |
ST 38 / Tiao Kou | 8 cun below Dubi (ST 35), and one finger-breadth (middle finger) from the anterior border of the tibia. |
GB 24 / Ri Yue | Directly below the nipple, in the 7th intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
KD 12 / Da He | 4 cun below the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Zhongji (CV 03). |
GV 10 / Ling Tai | Below the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra. |
KD 05 / Shui Quan | 1 cun directly below Taixi (KD 03) in the depression of the medial side of the tuberosity of the calcaneum. |
UB 30 / Bai Huan Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the Governor Vessel, at the level of the 4th posterior sacral foramen. |
PC 09 / Zhong Chong | In the center of the tip of the middle finger. |
SI 16 / Tian Chuang | In the lateral aspect of the neck, postrior to m. sternoclidomastoideus and Futu (LI 18), on the level of the laryngeal protuberance. |
UB 12 / Feng Men | 1.5 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd thoracic vertebra |
SJ 02 / Ye Men | When the fist is clenched, the point is located in the depression proximal to the margin of the web between the ring and small fingers, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
SJ 07 / Hui Zong | At the level with Zhigou (SJ 06), on the ulnar side of Zhigou, on the radial border of the ulna. |
ST 05 / Da Ying | Anterior to the angle of mandible, on the anterior border of the attached portion of m. masseter where the pulsation of facial artery is palpable, in the groove-like depression appearing when the cheek is bulged. |
KD 17 / Shang Qu | 2 cun above the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Xiawan (CV 10). |
UB 15 / Xin Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Shendao (GV 11), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra. |
UB 47 / Hun Men | 3 cun lateral to Jinsuo (GV 08), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra. |
KD 22 / Bu Lang | In the 5th intercostal space, 2 cun lateral to the Conception Vessel. |
GV 24 / Shen Ting | 0.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline. |
UB 64 / Jing Gu | Below the tuberosity of the 5th metatarsal bone, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
SP 16 / Fu Ai | 3 cun above the center of the umbilicus, and 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
UB 49 / Yi She | 3 cun lateral to Jizhong (GV 06), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 11th thoracic vertebra. |
LI 12 / Zhou Liao | When the elbow is flexed, the point is on the lateral side of the upper arm, 1 cun above Quchi (LI 11), on the border of the humerus. |
LU 02 / Yun Men | In the superior lateral part of the anterior thoracic wall, superior to the coracoid process of scapula, in the depression of the infraclavicular fossa, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
GB 05 / Xuan Lu | Within the hairline of the temporal region, midway of the borderline connecting Touwei (ST 08) and Qubin (GB 07). |
LU 01 / Zhong Fu | Laterosuperior to the sternum, 1 cun below Yunmen (LU 02), at the level of the 1st intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
LU 09 / Tai Yuan | At the radial end of the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery. |
EX 03 neck / Shang Lian Quan | 1 cun below the midpoint of the lower jaw, in the depression between the hyoid bone, at Lianquan (REN 23), and the lower border of the jaw. |
GB 01 / Tong Zi Liao | 0.5 cun lateral to the outer canthus, in the depression on the lateral side of the orbit. |
LU 08 / Jing Qu | 1 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery. |
SP 03 / Tai Bai | Proximal and inferior to the 1st metatarsophalangeal joint, in the depression of the junction of the red and white skin. |
SI 15 / Jian Zhong Shu | 2 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra, Dazhui (GV 14) |
CV 10 / Xia Wan | On the anterior midline, 2 cun above the umbilicus. |
LI 15 / Jian Yu | Antero-inferior to the acromion, on the upper portion of m. deltoideus. When the arm is in full abduction, the point is in the depression appearing at the anterior border of the acromioclavicular joint. |
KD 15 / Zhong Zhu | 1 cun below the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Yinjiao (CV 07). |
UB 67 / Zhi Yin | On the lateral side of the small toe, about 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail. |
UB 50 / Wei Cang | 3 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 12th thoracic vertebra. |
KD 16 / Huang Shu | 0.5 cun lateral to the umbilicus, level with Shenque (CV 08). |
SI 17 / Tian Rong | Posterior to the angle of mandible, in the depression on the anterior border of m. sternocleidomastoideus. |
LV 03 / Tai Chong | On the dorsum of the foot, in the depression distal to the junction of the 1st and 2nd metatarsal bones. |
GB 42 / Di Wui Hui | Posterior to the 4th metatarsophalangeal joint, between the 4th and 5th metatarsal bones, on the medial side of the tendon of m. extensor digiti minimi of the foot. |
SJ 12 / Xiao Lou | On the line joining the olecranon and Jianliao (SJ 14), midway between Qinglengyuan (SJ 11) and Naohui (SJ 13). |
GV 28 / Yin Jiao | At the junction of the gum and the frenulum of the upper lip. |
HT 07 / Shen Men | At the ulnar end of the transverse crease of the wrist, in the depression on the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris. |
GB 44 / Zu Qiao Yin | On the lateral side of the 4th toe, about 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail. |
EX 21 back / Yao Yan | 3.5 to 4 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra. The point is in the depression appearing in the prone position. |
ST 27 / Da Ju | 2 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Shimen (REN 05). |
SI 18 / Quan Liao | Directly below the outer canthus, in the depression on the lower border of zygoma. |
LV 12 / Ji Mai | Lateral to the pubic tubercle, lateral and inferior to Qichong (ST 30), in the inguinal groove where the pulsation of the femoral artery is palpable. |
SJ 08 / San Yang Luo | 4 cun proximal to the dorsal crease of the wrist, between the radius and ulna. |
GB 41 / Zu Ling Qi | Posterior to the 4th metatarsophalangeal joint, in the depression lateral to the tendon of m. extensor digiti minimi of the foot. |
ST 07 / Xia Guan | On the face, anterior to the ear, in the depression between the zygomatic arch and the mandibular notch. |
ST 17 / Ru Zhong | In the 4th intercostal space, in the centre of the nipple, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
UB 17 / Ge Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Zhiyang (GV 09), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra |
GB 21 / Jian Jing | On the shoulder, directly above the nipple, at the midpoint of the line connecting Dazhui (DU 14) and the acromion, at the highest point of the shoulder. |
GB 33 / Xi Yang Guan | 3 cun above Yangliangquan (GB 34), in the space that forms proximal to the lateral condyle of the tibia when the knee is bent 90 degrees, in the depression superior to the tendon of m. biceps femoris and inferior to the lateral condyle of the femur. |
LU 07 / Lie Que | Superior to the styloid process of the radius, 1.5 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradial muscle and the tendon of the long abductor muscle of the thumb. When the index fingers and thumbs of both hands are crossed with the inde |
CV 22 / Tian Tu | In the center of the suprasternal fossa. |
KD 19 / Yin Du | 4 cun above the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Zhongwan (CV 12). |
EX 13 head / An Mian | On the midpoint between Yifeng (SJ 17) and Fengchi (GB 20) |
SI 12 / Bing Feng | In the center of the suprascapular fossa, directly above Tianzong (SI 11). When the arm is lifted, the point is at the site of the depression. |
PC 03 / Qu Ze | On the transverse cubital crease, at the ulnar side of the tendon of m. biceps brachii. |
LV 04 / Zhong Feng | Anterior to the medial malleolus, midway between Shangqiu (SP 05) and Jiexi (ST 41), in the depression on the medial side of the tendon of m. tibialis anterior. |
ST 12 / Que Pen | In the midpoint of the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
SI 06 / Yang Lao | Dorsal to the head of the ulna. When the palm faces the chest, the point is in the bony cleft on the radial side of the styloid process of the ulna. |
EX 36 MN-LE-16 / Xi Yan | A pair of points in the two depressions, medial and lateral to the patellar ligament, locating the points with the knee flexed. These two points are also termed medial and lateral Xiyan respectively. Lateral Xiyan overlaps with Dubi (ST 35). |
SJ 03 / Zhong Zhu | When the 1st is clenched, the point is on the dorsum of the hand between the fouth and 5th metacarpal bones, in the depression proximal to the 4th metacarpophalangeal joint. |
LV 10 / Zu Wu li | 3 cun directly below Qichong (ST 30), at the proximal end of the medial thigh, below the pubic tubercle and on the lateral border of m. abductor longus (and the anterior border of m. adductor longus). |
UB 52 / Zhi Shi | 3 cun lateral to Mingmen (GV 04), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra. |
ST 23 / Tai Yi | 2 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Xiawan (REN 10). |
SP 11 / Ji Men | 6 cun above Xuehai (SP 10), on the line drawn from Xuehai (SP 10) to Chongmen (SP 12). |
LV 05 / Li Gou | 5 cun above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the midline of the medial surface of the tibia. |
EX 32 arm / Bi Zhong | On the lateral aspect of the forearm, midway between the transverse wrist crease and elbow crease, between the radius and the ulna. |
GB 02 / Ting Hui | Anterior to the intertragic notch, at the posterior border of the condyloid process of the mandible. The point is located with the mouth open. |
SJ 19 / Lu Xi | Posterior to the ear, at the junction of the upper and middle 3rd of the curve formed by Yifeng (SJ 17) and Jiaosun (SJ 20) behind the helix. |
GB 36 / Wai Qui | 7 cun above the tip of the external malleolus, on the anterior border of the fibula. |
LI 09 / Shang Lian | On the line joining Yangxi (LI 05) and Quchi (LI 11), 3 cun below the cubital crease. |
CV 13 / Shang Wan | On the anterior midline, 5 cun above the umbilicus. |
SI 09 / Jian Zhen | Posterior and inferior to the shoulder joint. When the arm is adducted, the point is 1 cun above the posterior end of the axillary fold. |
LI 07 / Wen Liu | With the elbow flexed and the radial side of arm upward, the point is on the line joining Yangxi (LI 05) and Quchi (LI 11), 5 cun above the crease of the wrist. |
GV 15 / Ya Men | 0.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, in the depression below the spinous process of the 1st cervical vertebra. |
LI 02 / Er Jian | In the depression of the radial side of the index finger, distal to the 2nd metacarpal-phalangeal joint. The point is located with the finger slightly flexed. |
PC 07 / Da Ling | In the middle of the transverse crease of the wrist, between the tendons of m. palmaris longus and m. flexor carpi radialis. |
UB 41 / Fu Fen | 3 cun lateral to the Governor Vessel, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd thoracic vertebra, on the spinal border of the scapula. |
CV 07 / Yin Jiao | On the anterior midline, 1 cun below the umbilicus. |
GV 19 / Hou Ding | 5.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, 1.5 cun directly above Qiangjian (GV 18). |
ST 03 / Ju Liao | Directly below the pupil, at the level of the lower border of ala nasi, on the lateral side of the nasolabial groove. |
SP 17 / Shi Dou | In the 5th intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
LI 13 / Shou Wu Li | On the lateral side of the upper arm, on the line connecting Quchi (LI 11) and Jianyu (LI 15), 3 cun above Quchi (LI 11). |
LI 03 / San Jian | When a loose fist is made, the point is on the radial side of the index finger, in the depression proximal to the head of the 2nd metacarpal bone. |
KD 18 / Shi Guan | 3 cun above the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Jianli (CV 11). |
UB 02 / Zan Zhu | On the medial extremity of the eyebrow, or on the supraorbital notch. |
UB 11 / Da Zhu | 1.5 cun lateral to Taodao (GV 13), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra. |
KD 04 / Da Zhong | Posterior and inferior to the medial malleolus, in the depression anterior to the medial side of the attachment of Achilles' tendon. |
CV 06 / Qi Hai | On the anterior midline, 1.5 cun below the umbilicus. |
LI 17 / Tian Ding | On the lateral side of the neck, at the posterior border of sternocleidomastoid muscle, beside the laryngeal protuberance, at the midpoint of the line connecting Futu (LI 18) and Quepen (ST 12). |
EX 44 foot / Wai Huai Jian | Located at the tip of the prominence of the lateral malleolus. |
LI 10 / Shou San Li | On the line joining Yangxi (LI 05) and Quchi (LI 11), 2 cun below the cubital crease. |
KD 11 / Heng Gu | 5 cun below the umbilicus, on the superior border of symphysis pubis, 0.5 cun lateral to Qugu (CV 02). |
EX 18 back / Shi Qi Zhui Xue | Below the spinous process of the 5th lumbar vertebra. |
HT 09 / Shao Chong | On the radial side of the little finger, about 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail. |
CV 03 / Zhong Ji | On the anterior midline, 4 cun below the umbilicus. |
GB 40 / Qiu Xu | Anterior and inferior to the external malleolus, in the depression on the lateral side of the tendon of m. externsor digitorum longus. |
GV 20 / Bai Hui | On the midline of the head, 5 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior midline, approximately on the midpoint of the line connecting the apexes of both ears. |
LV 09 / Yin Bao | On the medial aspect of the lower thigh, 4 cun above the medial epicondyle of the femur, between m. vastus medialis and m. sartorius. |
ST 30 / Qi Chong | 5 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Qugu (REN 02). |
UB 60 / Kun Lun | In the depression between the tip of the external malleolus and Achilles' tendon. |
EX 14 M-BW-1 / Ding Chuan | On the upper back, 0.5 cun lateral to the inferior border of the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra, Dazhui (DU 14). |
LV 01 / Da Dun | On the lateral side of the terminal phalanx of the great toe, 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail. |
SJ 04 / Yang Chi | On the transverse crease of the dorsum of the wrist, in the depression lateral to the tendon of m. extensor digitorum communis. |
SI 02 / Qian Gu | When a loose fist is made, the point is on the ulnar end of the crease in front of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the little finger, at the junction of the red and white skin. |
SI 04 / Wan Gu | On the ulnar side of the palm, in the depression between the base of the 5th metacarpal bone and the hamate bone. |
GV 14 / Da Zhui | Below the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra, approximately at the level of the shoulders. |
LV 02 / Xing Jian | On the dorsum of the foot between the 1st and 2nd toe, proximal to the margin of the web at the junction of the red and white skin. |
SP 14 / Fu Jie | 1.3 cun below Daheng (SP 15), 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline, on the lateral side of m. rectus abdominis. |
SJ 11 / Qing Leng Yuan | 1 cun above Tianjing (SJ 10) when the elbow is flexed. |
CV 11 / Jian Li | On the anterior midline, 3 cun above the umbilicus. |
ST 20 / Cheng Man | 5 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Shangwan (REN 13). |
UB 21 / Wei Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 12th thoracic vertebra. |
SJ 15 / Tian Liao | Midway between Jianjing (GB 21) and Quyuan (SI 13), on the superior angle of the scapula (in body of m. trapezius). |
GV 16 / Feng Fu | 1 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, directly below the external occipital protuberance, in the depression between m. trapezius of both sides. |
GB 23 / Zhe Jin | 1 cun anterior to Yuanye (GB 22), at the level of the nipple, in the 4th intercostal space. |
GB 26 / Dai Mai | Directly below Zhangmen (LV 13), at the crossing point of a vertical line through the free end of the 11th rib and a horizontal line through the umbilicus, level with Shenque (REN 08). |
ST 25 / Tian Shu | 2 cun lateral to the centre of the umbilicus. |
SJ 09 / Si Du | On the lateral side of the forearm, 5 cun below the olecranon, between the radius and ulna. |
SP 09 / Yin Ling Quan | On the lower border of the medial condyle of the tibia, in the depression posterior and inferior to the medial condyle of the tibia. |
CV 09 / Shui Fen | On the anterior midline, 1 cun above the umbilicus. |
LV 14 / Qi Men | Directly below the nipple, in the 6th intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
LV 07 / Xi Guan | Posterior and inferior to the medial condyle of the tibia, in the upper portion of the medial head of m. gastrocnemius, 1 cun posterior to Yinlingquan (SP 09) |
GV 04 / Ming Men | Below the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar vertebra. |
UB 03 / Mei Chong | Directly above Zanzhu (UB 02), 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline, between Shenting (GV 24) and Quchai (UB 4). |
SP 06 / San Yin Jiao | 3 cun directly above the tip of the medial malleolus, posterior to the medial border of the tibia. |
LU 05 / Chi Ze | On the cubital crease, in the depression of the radial side of the tendon of m. biceps brachii. This point is located with the elbow slightly flexed. |
LI 16 / Ju Gu | In the upper aspect of the shoulder, in the depression between the acromial extremity of the clavicle and the scapular spine. |
SJ 10 / Tian Jing | When the elbow is flexed, the point is in the depression about 1 cun superior to the olecranon. |
EX 31 M-UE-29 / Er Bai | On the metacarpal aspect of the forearm, 4 cun above the transverse wrist crease, on the both sides of the tendon of m. flexor carpi radialis, two point on on hand |
UB 34 / Xia Liao | On the sacrum, medial and inferior to Zhongliao (UB 33), just at the 4th posterior sacral foramen. |
EX 33 arm / Zhou Jian | On the tip of the ulnar olecranon when the elbow is flexed. |
EX 29 N-UE-19 / Yao Tong Xue | On the dorsum of the hand, midway between the transverse wrist crease and metacarpophalangeal joint, between the 2nd and 3rd metacarpal bones and between the 4th and 5th metacarpal bones, four points in all on both hands. |
GB 22 / Yuan Ye | On the mid-axillary line when the arm is raised, 3 cun below the axilla, in the 4th intercostal space. |
ST 04 / Di Cang | Lateral to the corner of the mouth, directly below the pupil. |
EX 43 foot / Nei Huai Jian | Located at the tip of the prominence of the medial malleolus. |
GB 10 / Fu Bai | Posterior and superior to the mastoid process, at the junction of the middle 3rd and upper 3rd of the curve line connecting Tianchong (GB 09) and Wangu (GB 12). |
GV 22 / Xin Hui | 2 cun posterior to the midpoint of the anterior hairline, 3 cun anterior to Baihui (GV 20). |
SP 01 / Yin Bai | On the medial side of the great toe, 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail. |
SP 20 / Zhou Rong | In the 2nd intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
SP 08 / Di Ji | 3 cun below Yinlingquan (SP 09), on the line connecting Yinlingquan (SP 09) and the medial malleolus. |
KD 02 / Ran Gu | Anterior and inferior to the medial malleolus, in the depression on the lower border of the tuberosity of the navicular bone. |
LI 19 / Kou He Liao | Right below the lateral margin of the nostril, level with Renzhong (Shuigou, DU 26). |
ST 41 / Jie Xi | On the dorsum of the foot, at the midpoint of the transverse crease of the ankle joint, in the depression between the tendones of m. extensor digitorum longus and hallucis longus, approximately at the level of the tip of the external malleolus. |
UB 40 / Wei Zhong | Midpoint of the transverse crease of the popliteal fossa, between the tendons of m. biceps femoris and m. semitendinosus. |
PC 06 / Nei Guan | 2 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, between the tendons of m. palmaris longus and m. flexor carpi radialis. |
ST 15 / Wu Yi | In the 2nd intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
EX 22 M-CA-18 / Zi Gong Xue | 3 cun lateral to Zhongji (REN 03). |
CV 18 / Yu Tang | On the anterior midline, at the level with the 3rd intercostal space. |
EX 30 hand / Zhong Quan | On the dorsal crease of the wrist, in the depression on the radial side of the tendon of common extensor muscle of fingers between Yangxi (LI 05) and Yangchi (SJ 04) |
CV 08 / Shen Que | In the center of the umbilicus. |
GB 09 / Tian Chong | Directly above the posterior border of the auricle, 2 cun within the hairline, about 0.5 cun posterior to Shuaigu (GB 08). |
UB 46 / Ge Guan | 3 cun lateral to Zhiyang (GV 09), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra, approximately at the level of the inferior angle of the scapula. |
ST 02 / Si Bai | Directly below the pupil, in the depression at the infraorbital foramen. |
GV 01 / Chang Qiang | Midway between the tip of the coccyx and the anus, locating the point in prone position. |
SJ 01 / Guan Chong | .1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail on the ulnar side of the ring finger. |
GB 03 / Shang Guan | In the front of the ear, on the upper border of the zygomatic arch, in the depression directly above Xiaguan (ST 07). |
SP 07 / Lou Gu | 6 cun from the tip of the medial malleolus, on the line connecting the tip of the medial malleolus and Yinlingquan (SP 09), posterior to the medial border of the tibia. |
KD 13 / Qi Xue | 3 cun below the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Guanyuan (CV 04). |
UB 31 / Shang Liao | On the sacrum, at the midpoint between the posteriosuperior iliac spine and the posterior midline, just at the 1st posterior sacral foramen. |
GB 20 / Feng Chi | In the depression between the upper portion of m. sternocleidomastoideus and m. trapezius, on the same level with Fengfu (DU 16). |
ST 09 / Ren Ying | Level with the tip of the Adam's apple, where the pulsation of common carotid artery is palpable, on the anterior border of m. sternocleidomastoideus. |
SJ 17 / Yi Feng | Posterior to the lobule of the ear, in the depression between the mandible and mastoid process. |
SJ 06 / Zhi Gou | 3 cun proximal to the dorsal crease of the wrist, on the line of olecranon, between the radius and ulna, on the radial side of m. extensor digitorum. |
EX 05 face / Yu Yao | At the midpoint of the eyebrow, directly above the pupil. |
GV 21 / Qian Ding | 3.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun anterior to Baihui (GV 20). |
ST 21 / Liang Men | 4 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Zhongwan (REN 12). |
EX 35 leg / Bai Chong Wo | 1 cun above Xuehai (SP 10) |
SI 13 / Qu Yuan | On the medial extremity of the suprascapular fossa, about midway between Naoshu (SI 10) and the spinous process of the 2nd thoracic vertebra. |
GB 27 / Wu Shu | In the lateral side of the abdomen, medially adjacent to the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS), 3 cun below the level of the umbilicus. |
GB 34 / Yang Ling Quan | In the depression anterior and inferior to the head of the fibula. |
GB 32 / Zhong Du | On the lateral aspect of the thigh, 2 cun below Fengshi (GB 31), or 5 cun above the transverse popliteal crease in m. vastus lateralis, between the posterior edge of the iliotibial tract and m. biceps femoris. |
UB 25 / Da Chang Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Yaoyangguan (GV 03), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra. |
HT 06 / Yin Xi | When the palm faces upward, the point is on the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris, 0.5 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist. |
GB 04 / Han Yan | Within the hairline of the temporal region, at the junction of the upper 1/4 and lower 3/4 of the distance between Touwei (ST 08) and Qubin (GB 07). |
EX 39 M-LE-23 / Dan Nang Xue | The tender spot 1-2 cun directly below Yanglingquan (GB 34) |
GV 09 / Zhi Yang | Below the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra, approximately at the level with the inferior angle of the scapula. |
UB 39 / Wei Yang | Lateral to Weizhong (UB 40), on the medial border of the tendon of m. biceps femoris. |
ST 37 / Shang Ju Xu | 6 cun below Dubi (ST 35), and one finger-breadth (middle finger) from the anterior border of the tibia. |
CV 19 / Zi Gong | On the anterior midline, at the level with the second intercostal space. |
UB 58 / Fei Yang | 7 cun directly abov Kunlun (UB 60), on the posterior border of fibula, about 1 cun lateral and inferior to Chengshan (UB 57). |
CV 01 / Hui Yin | Between the anus and the root of the scrotum in males and between the anus and the posterior labial commisure in females. |
GB 39 / Xuan Zhong | 3 cun above the tip of the external malleollus, on the posterior border of the fibula. |
UB 43 / Gao Huang Shu | 3 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th thoracic vertebra, on the spinal border of the scapula. |
UB 51 / Huang Men | 3 cun lateral to Xuanshu (GV 05), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra. |
UB 24 / Qi Hai Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd lumbar vertebra. |
SJ 23 / Si Zhu Kong | In the depression at the lateral end of the eyebrow. |
EX 24 hand / Shi Xuan | On the tips of the ten fingers, about 0.1 cun distal to the nails. |
KD 27 / Shu Fu | In the depression on the lower border of the clavicle, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
SI 10 / Nao Shu | When the arm is adducted, the point is directly above the posterior end of the axillary fold, in the depression inferior to the scapular spine. |
GB 37 / Guang Ming | 5 cun directly above the tip of the external malleolus, on the anterior border of the fibula. |
UB 18 / Gan Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Jinsuo (GV 08), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra. |
UB 13 / Fei Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Shenzhu (GV 12), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra. |
SJ 22 / Er He Liao | Anterior and superior to Ermen (SJ 21), at the level with the root of the auricle, on the posterior border of the hairline of the temple where the superficial temporal artery passes. |
ST 24 / Hua Rou Men | 1 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Shuifen (REN 09). |
ST 43 / Xian Gu | In the depression distal to the junction of the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal bones. |
UB 35 / Hui Yang | On the sacrum, 0.5 cun lateral to the tip of the coccyx. |
SP 13 / Fu She | 4 cun below the center of the umbilicus, 0.7 cun superior to Chongmen (SP 12), 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
KD 09 / Zhu Bin | 5 cun directly above Taixi (KD 03) at the lower end of the belly of m. gastrocnemius, on the line drawn from Taixi (KD 03) to Yingu (KD 10). |
KD 14 / Si Man | 2 cun below the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Shimen (CV 05). |
HT 04 / Ling Dao | When the palm faces upward, the point is on the radial side of the tendon of m. flexor carpi ulnaris, 1.5 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist. |
KD 23 / Shen Feng | In the 4th intercostal space, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
EX 06 head / Si Shen Cong | A group of 4 points, at the vertex, 1 cun respectively posterior, anterior and lateral to Baihui (DU 20). |
GV 27 / Dui Duan | On the labial tubercle of the upper lip, on the vermilion border between the philtrum and upper lip. |
GV 03 / Yao Yang Guan | Below the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra, at the level with the crista iliaca. |
CV 23 / Lian Quan | Above the Adam's apple, in the depression of the upper border of the hyoid bone. |
SP 05 / Shang Qiu | In the depression distal and inferior to the medial malleolus, midway between the tuberosity of the navicular bone and the tip of the medial malleolus. |
LU 10 / Yu Ji | On the radial aspect of the midpoint of the 1st metacarpal bone, on the junction of the red and white skin (i.e., the junction of the dorsum and palm of the hand). |
UB 63 / Jin Men | On the lateral side of the foot, directly below the anterior border of the external malleolus, on the lower border of the cuboid bone. |
ST 08 / Tou Wei | On the lateral side of the head, 0.5 cun above the anterior hairline at the corner of the forehead, and 4.5 cun lateral to the midline of the head. |
UB 27 / Xiao Chang Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the 1st posterior sacral foramen. |
SP 18 / Tian Xi | In the 4th intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
UB 20 / Pi Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to Jizhong (GV 06), at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 11th thoracic vertebra. |
ST 01 / Cheng Qi | With the eyes looking straight forward, the point is directly below the pupil, between the eyeball and the infraorbital ridge. |
GB 08 / Shuai Gu | Superior to the apex of the auricle, 1.5 cun within the hairline. |
EX 23 arm / Jian Qian (Jian Nei Ling) | Midway between the end of the anterior axillary fold and Jianyu (LI 15) |
EX 47 hand / Xiao Gu Kong | Located on the dorsal aspect of the little finger, at the center of the skin crease over the distal interphalangeal joint. |
SP 12 / Chong Men | Superior to the lateral end of the inguinal groove, lateral to the pulsating external iliac artery, at the level of the upper border of symphysis pubis, 3.5 cun lateral to Qugu (REN 02) |
UB 26 / Guan Yuan Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th lumbar vertebra. |
SI 01 / Shao Ze | On the ulnar side of the little finger, about 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail. |
LI 11 / Qu Chi | When the elbow is flexed, the point is in the depression at the lateral end of the transverse cubital crease, midway between Chize (LU 05) and the lateral epicondyle of the humerous. |
CV 17 / Dan Zhong | On the anterior midline, at the level with the 4th intercostal space, midway between the nipples. |
EX 34 back / Huan Zhong | Midway between Huantiao (GB 30) and Yaoshu (DU 02). |
GV 08 / Jin Suo | Below the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra. |
ST 32 / Fu Tu | On the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and lateral border of the patella, 6 cun above the laterosuperior border of the patella. |
EX 38 M-LE-27 / He Ding | In the depression of the midpoint of the superior patellar border |
SI 14 / Jian Wai Shu | 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra where Taodao (GV 13) is located. |
UB 08 / Luo Que | 5.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun lateral to the midline. |
ST 18 / Ru Gen | On the chest, directly below the nipple, on the lower border of breast, in the 5th intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
ST 45 / Li Dui | On the lateral side of the 2nd toe, 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail. |
ST 11 / Qi She | At the superior border of the sternal extremity of the clavicle, between the sternal head and clavicular head of m. sternocleidomastoideus. |
UB 36 / Cheng Fu | On the posterior side of the thigh, at the midpoint of the inferior gluteal crease. |
GB 19 / Nao Kong | On the head and on the level of the upper border of external occipital protuberance of Naohu (DU 17), 2.25 cun lateral to the midline of the head. |
UB 14 / Jue Yin Shu | 1.5 cun lateral to the GV Meridian, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th thoracic vertebra. |
KD 24 / Ling Xu | In the 3rd intercostal space, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
SJ 14 / Jian Liao | On the shoulder, posterior to Jianyu (LI 15), in the depression inferior and posterior to the acromion when the arm is abducted. |
GV 18 / Qiang Jian | 4 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline and 1.5 cun above Naohu (GV 17). |
GV 13 / Tao Dao | Below the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra. |
SP 19 / Xiong Xiang | In the 3rd intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline. |
UB 04 / Qu Cha | 0.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun lateral to the midline, at the junction of the medial third and lateral two-thirds of the distance from Shenting (GV 24) to Touwei (ST 08). |
GV 17 / Nao Hu | 2.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, 1.5 cun directly above Fengfu (GV 16), in the depression on the upper border of the external occipital protuberance. |
SI 05 / Yang Gu | At the ulnar end of the transverse crease on the dorsal aspect of the wrist, in the depression between the styloid process of the ulna and the triquetral bone. |
SJ 13 / Nao Hui | On the line joining Jianliao (SJ 14) and the olecranon, on the posterior border of m. deltoideus. |
LV 13 / Zhang Men | On the lateral side of the abdomen, below the free end of the 11th rib. |
CV 15 / Jiu Wei | On the anterior midline, 1 cun below the xiphosternal synchondrosis. Locate the point in supine position with the arms uplifted. |
ST 31 / Bi Guan | On the anterior side of the thigh and on the line connecting the anterosuperior iliac spine and the superiolateral corner of the patella, on the level of the perineum when the thigh is fixed, in the depression lateral to m. sartorius. |
GB 31 / Feng Shi | On the midline of the lateral aspect of the thigh, 7 cun above the transverse popliteal crease, in the m. vastus lateralis at the anterior edge of the iliotibial tract. When the patient is standing erect with the hands close to the sides, the point is whe |
EX 19 back / Yao Qi | 2 cun directly above the tip of the coccyx. |
PC 04 / Xi Men | 5 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist, on the line connecting Quze (PC 03) and Daling (PC 07), between the tendons of m. palmaris longus and m. flexor carpi radialis. |
ST 36 / Zu San Li | 3 cun below Dubi (ST 35), and one finger-breadth (middle finger) from the anterior border of the tibia. |
EX 11 face / Qian Zheng | 0.5 - 1.0 cun anterior to the auricular lobe, level with the midpoint of the anterior margin of the earlobe. |
EX 28 M-UE-24 / Luo Zhen | On the dorsum of the hand, between the 2nd and 3rd metacarpal bones, about 0.5 cun posterior to metacarpophalangeal joint. |
UB 32 / Ci Liao | On the sacrum, medial and inferior to the posteriosuperior iliac spine, just at the 2nd posterior sacral foramen. |
GB 18 / Cheng Ling | On the head, 5 cun above the anterior hairline and 2.25 cun lateral to the midline of the head. |
EX 27 M-UE-22 / Ba Xie | On the dorsum of the hand, at the junction of the white and red skin of the hand webs, eight in all, making a loose fist to locate the points. |
KD 03 / Tai Xi | In the depression between the tip of the medial malleolus and Achilles' tendon. |
KD 06 / Zhao Hai | In the depression below the tip of the medial malleolus. |
LI 05 / Yang Xi | On the radial side of the wrist. When the thumb is tilted upward, it is in the depression between the tendons of m. extensor pollicis longus and brevis. |
LU 11 / Shao Shang | On the radial side of the thumb, about 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail. |
KD 21 / You Men | 6 cun above the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Juque (CV 14). |
EX 01 face / Tai Yang | In the depression about one finger breadth posterior to the midpoint between the lateral end of the eyebrow and the outer canthus. |
EX 46 hand / Da Gu Kong | Located on the dorsal aspect of the thumb at the center of the skin creases over the interphalangeal joint. |
ST 34 / Liang Qiu | When the knee is flexed, the point is 2 cun above the laterosuperior border of the patella. |
UB 55 / He Yang | 2 cun directly below Weizhong (UB 40), between the medial and lateral heads of m. gastrocnemius, on the line joining Weizhong (UB 40) and Chengshan (UB 57). |
SP 15 / Da Heng | 4 cun lateral to the center of the umbilicus, lateral to m. rectus abdominis. |
EX 20 back / Pi Gen | 3.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra. |