The Extra Points, Jinjin Yuye
jinjin yuye, "Golden Liquid & Jade Fluid"


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Pinyin Pronunciation:
Alternate Names:
NamePin YinChineseTranslated
M-HN-20   
Meridian
Meridian:
The Extra Points  Browse
Reference Source
Reference Source:
Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion (CAM) [revised ed. 1999]  Browse
Location
Point Location:
  • CAM
On the veins on both sides of the frenulum of the tongue, Jinjin is on the left, Yuye, on the right.
  • Deadman
These paired points are located on the veins either side of the frenulum of the tongue, Jinjin to the left and Yuye to the right.
How To Find It
The tongue should be rolled back to locate and treat these points. If required, the practitioner should roll the tongue back using a gauze swab or wooden spatula.
Innervation
Innervation:
No innervation data at this time
Vasculature
Vasculature:
No vasculature data at this time
Cautions
Cautions:
  • avoid use with Moxa
No cautions at this time
Technique
Technique:
  • CAM
Prick to cause bleeding
  • Deadman
Prick to bleed