SI-19, Tīng Gōng, 听宫, Palace of Hearing

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Meeting Point for SI, SJ, and GB Channels
Location
With the mouth open, this point is located in the depression between the middle of the tragus and the condyloid process of the mandible. • Ask the patient to open the mouth so that the condyloid process of the mandible slides forwards to reveal the depression.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.5 to 1 cun
Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun • Needle with the mouth open; following insertion of the needle the patient may close their mouth. 
Caution:
Notes
Energetics 1
BEST EAR POINT: Tinnitus • Nausea • Vomiting • Virtigo • Calm shen (bi-polar hearing voices)
Energetics 2
Energetics 3
Energetics 4
Energetics 5
Energetics 6

 

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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