HE-6, Yīn Xī, 阴 郄, Yin Cleft

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Categories
Xi-Cleft point
Location
On the radial side of the tendon of flexor carpi ulnaris • 0.5 cun proximal to HE-7.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular, Oblique    Depth:  0.3 to 0.5 cun, 0.5 to 1 cun
Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.3 to 0.5 cun, or oblique proximal or distal insertion 0.5 to 1 cun 
Caution:
Notes
Energetics 1
Acute HT pain from blood stasis • Bleeding (nasal, vomit)
Energetics 2
NIGHT SWEAT from yin or HT Blood deficiency • Profuse night sweat (HT6, SI3)
Energetics 3
HT problems: Chest pain • Palpitations
Energetics 4
Regulate Shen • Poor memory • Manic depression
Energetics 5
THROAT - sudden loss of voice • Chronic throat pain
Energetics 6
LOCAL: Wrist pain and numbness

 

Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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