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SI-16
   Location Approximately 3.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, at the level of the laryngeal prominence, on the posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. How to find From the laryngeal prominence (➞ 3.2), draw a line to the posterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. S.I.-16 is located directly at its posterior border, which can be made more clearly visible and palpable by rotating the patient’s head in the opposite direction. Located on the same level are ➞ ST-9 (on the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle) and ➞ L.I.-18 (between the two heads of the SCM muscle). Actions/Indications ● Expels Wind and Heat, benefits the throat, ears and voice ● Opens the channel | |
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