Extra points

EX-HN-3 (Yìntáng, 印堂) — Hall of Impression

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Meridian
Extra points (EX)
Anatomical view
head
Point classification
Extra (non-channel) point; now often numbered as GV24.5.
Depth reference
Transverse insertion 0.3-0.5 cun, tip directed downward.
Moxibustion
Not commonly indicated.
Reference aliases
EXHN-3; Yintang; 印堂; Hall of Impression

Anatomical location

On the forehead, at the midpoint between the medial ends of the two eyebrows.

Traditional actions

Calms the spirit, benefits the nose and dispels wind.

Recorded indications

Primary: Frontal headache; insomnia; anxiety; nasal congestion; rhinitis

Secondary: Dizziness; infantile convulsions; hypertension

How to read this reference

AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.

Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.

Sources

References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region EX-HN3
  2. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture Extra points

Frequently asked questions

Where is EX-HN-3 located?

On the forehead, at the midpoint between the medial ends of the two eyebrows.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-HN-3?

Calms the spirit, benefits the nose and dispels wind. The dataset lists these primary indications: Frontal headache; insomnia; anxiety; nasal congestion; rhinitis Secondary indications are recorded as: Dizziness; infantile convulsions; hypertension

Is EX-HN-3 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify EX-HN-3 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.