Extra points

EX-HN-6 (Ěrjiān, 耳尖) — Ear Apex

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Meridian
Extra points (EX)
Anatomical view
lateral
Point classification
Extra (non-channel) point.
Depth reference
Prick to bleed, or perpendicular insertion 0.1-0.2 cun.
Moxibustion
Not commonly indicated.
Reference aliases
EXHN-6; Erjian; 耳尖; Ear Apex

Anatomical location

On the ear, at the apex of the auricle, located by folding the ear toward the tragus.

Traditional actions

Clears heat, drains fire and benefits the eyes.

Recorded indications

Primary: Red and painful eyes; fever; sore throat; headache

Secondary: Hypertension; hordeolum (stye); skin conditions

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-HN6
  2. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture Extra points

Frequently asked questions

Where is EX-HN-6 located?

On the ear, at the apex of the auricle, located by folding the ear toward the tragus.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-HN-6?

Clears heat, drains fire and benefits the eyes. The dataset lists these primary indications: Red and painful eyes; fever; sore throat; headache Secondary indications are recorded as: Hypertension; hordeolum (stye); skin conditions

Is EX-HN-6 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify EX-HN-6 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.