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Main » Articles » Acupuncture Points » Small Intestine Meridian (SI)

SI-1


Location
On the little finger, 0.1 cun from the ulnar corner of the nail.
How to find
This point is located at the junction of two tangents drawn along the lateral and proximal borders of the nail, approximately 0.1 cun from the actual corner of the nail. ➞ HE-9 is located at the radial corner of the nail.
Needling
0.1–0.2 cun vertically or obliquely in a proximal direction or prick to bleed with a needle, lancet or three-edged needle. Caution: Painful point.
Actions/Indications
● Expels Wind and Heat
● Opens the orifices
● Revives consciousness
● Opens the channel
● Benefits the breasts
Special features
Jing-well point, Metal point, entry point.
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