Extra points
EX-LE-12 (Qìduān, 气端) — Qi's End (Ten Toe Tips)
- Meridian
- Extra points (EX)
- Anatomical view
- anterior
- Point classification
- Group of 10 points, one at each toe tip.
- Depth reference
- Prick to bleed, or shallow perpendicular insertion 0.1-0.2 cun.
- Moxibustion
- Suitable for moxibustion.
- Reference aliases
- EXLE-12; Qiduan; 气端; Qi's End (Ten Toe Tips)
Anatomical location
On the tips of the ten toes, about 0.1 cun distal to the free margin of each toenail (10 points total).
Traditional actions
Clears heat, opens the orifices, activates the channels and revives from collapse.
Recorded indications
Primary: Numbness and pain of the toes; redness and swelling of the foot; apoplexy; sudden loss of consciousness
Secondary: Beriberi; convulsions; headache
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-LE-12 located?
On the tips of the ten toes, about 0.1 cun distal to the free margin of each toenail (10 points total).
What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-LE-12?
Clears heat, opens the orifices, activates the channels and revives from collapse. The dataset lists these primary indications: Numbness and pain of the toes; redness and swelling of the foot; apoplexy; sudden loss of consciousness Secondary indications are recorded as: Beriberi; convulsions; headache
Is EX-LE-12 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify EX-LE-12 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.