San Jiao (Triple Burner) 18, Chi Mai
瘛脈, chì mài, "Spasm Vessel"


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Pinyin Pronunciation:
Alternate Names:
NamePin YinChineseTranslated
Ti Maitǐ mài體脈Corporal Vessel
Zi Maizī mài資脈Supporting Vessel
Meridian
Meridian:
San Jiao (Triple Burner)  Browse
Reference Source
Reference Source:
Location
Point Location:
  • CAM
In the centre of the mastoid process, at the junction of the middle and lower third of the curve formed by Yifeng (SJ-17) and Jiaosun (SJ-20) posterior to the helix.
  • Deadman
Posterior to the ear, in a small depression on the mastoid bone, one third of the distance along a curved line drawn from Yifeng SJ 17 to Jiaosun SJ 20 following the line of the rim of the ear.
Innervation
Innervation:
The posterior auricular branch of the great auricular nerve.
Vasculature
Vasculature:
The posterior auricular artery and vein.
Cautions
Cautions:
No cautions at this time
Technique
Technique:
  • CAM
Puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 inch or prick with a three-edged needle to cause bleeding.
  • Deadman

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