Extra points

EX-HN-7 (Qiúhòu, 球后) — Behind the Ball

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Meridian
Extra points (EX)
Anatomical view
head
Point classification
Extra (non-channel) point.
Depth reference
Support the eyeball upward; insert slowly and perpendicularly 0.5-1.0 cun along the orbital margin without lifting, thrusting or rotating.
Moxibustion
Not commonly indicated.
Reference aliases
EXHN-7; Qiuhou; 球后; Behind the Ball

Anatomical location

On the face, at the junction of the lateral one-quarter and medial three-quarters of the infraorbital margin.

Traditional actions

Benefits and brightens the eyes.

Recorded indications

Primary: Optic atrophy; myopia; glaucoma; early cataract; eye diseases

Secondary: Blurred vision; optic neuritis; colour blindness

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-HN7
  2. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture Extra points

Frequently asked questions

Where is EX-HN-7 located?

On the face, at the junction of the lateral one-quarter and medial three-quarters of the infraorbital margin.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-HN-7?

Benefits and brightens the eyes. The dataset lists these primary indications: Optic atrophy; myopia; glaucoma; early cataract; eye diseases Secondary indications are recorded as: Blurred vision; optic neuritis; colour blindness

Is EX-HN-7 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify EX-HN-7 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.