Extra points
EX-HN-5 (Tàiyáng, 太阳) — Supreme Yang (Temple)
- Meridian
- Extra points (EX)
- Anatomical view
- lateral
- Point classification
- Extra (non-channel) point.
- Depth reference
- Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.3-0.5 cun, or prick to bleed.
- Moxibustion
- Not commonly indicated.
- Reference aliases
- EXHN-5; Taiyang; 太阳; Supreme Yang (Temple)
Anatomical location
In the depression about 1 finger-breadth (approx. 1 cun) posterior to the midpoint between the lateral end of the eyebrow and the outer canthus of the eye.
Traditional actions
Clears heat, dispels wind and benefits the eyes.
Recorded indications
Primary: Temporal headache; migraine; eye pain and redness; facial paralysis
Secondary: Toothache; dizziness; trigeminal neuralgia
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.
Frequently asked questions
Where is EX-HN-5 located?
In the depression about 1 finger-breadth (approx. 1 cun) posterior to the midpoint between the lateral end of the eyebrow and the outer canthus of the eye.
What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-HN-5?
Clears heat, dispels wind and benefits the eyes. The dataset lists these primary indications: Temporal headache; migraine; eye pain and redness; facial paralysis Secondary indications are recorded as: Toothache; dizziness; trigeminal neuralgia
Is EX-HN-5 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify EX-HN-5 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.