Zuqiaoyin — Yin Passage
In brief
This point is useful for relieving headaches, eye pain, and tinnitus. It can also be used to support better sleep in cases of insomnia or nightmares.
Where to find it
Outer nail corner of the 4th toe.
How to stimulate it (acupressure)
To stimulate this point at the lateral corner of the nail of the fourth toe, you can use your thumb or index finger. Apply moderate pressure, avoiding sharp pain but pressing firmly enough to feel a mild sensation. Hold this pressure for one to two minutes while breathing calmly. You can repeat this two to three times a day, particularly when symptoms occur.
Other uses
Acupuncture
Depth : 0.1 cun
The acupuncturist may puncture this point superficially to a depth of 0.1 cun. Bloodletting is also a possible technique reserved for the practitioner.
Effects in traditional Chinese energetics (TCM)
This point acts to dispel Wind (an external or internal pathogenic energy), calm the Liver (the organ that regulates Blood and energy), benefit the eyes (improve their function), and clear Heat (reduce inflammation or abnormal sensations of heat). It is one of the Jing-Well points (points located at the tips of the fingers and toes, used for emergencies and sensations of fullness) and is associated with the Metal element (one of the five phases of energy).
Related points
Points frequently used alongside this one.
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