Meaning

Corner Spring.

Localization

In the depression between the pharyngeal prominence and the lower margin of the hyoid bone.

Functions

Activates the throat, restores speech.

Intersection

The point of intersection of Ren Mai and Yin Wei Mai.

Indications

- Tongue diseases: swelling in the tongue, infiltrations under the tongue, rigidity of the tongue or excessive lethargy of the tongue, dryness and cracks of the tongue. tongue ulcers, difficulty swallowing, thirst, drooling, loss of speech after heart attack.
- Features: convulsions, laryngitis, glossitis.

Needling Method

Puncture obliquely toward the base of the tongue 0.5 - 0.8 cun. Cauterization.