Extra points
EX-LE-2 (Hèdǐng, 鹤顶) — Crane's Summit
- Meridian
- Extra points (EX)
- Anatomical view
- anterior
- Point classification
- Extra (non-channel) point.
- Depth reference
- Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.
- Moxibustion
- Suitable for moxibustion.
- Reference aliases
- EXLE-2; Heding; 鹤顶; Crane's Summit
Anatomical location
On the knee, in the depression in the middle of the superior border of the patella.
Traditional actions
Activates the channel, benefits the knee and dispels wind-damp.
Recorded indications
Primary: Knee pain, weakness and swelling; difficulty walking; atrophy of the leg
Secondary: Paralysis of the lower limb; rheumatism of the knee
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-2 located?
On the knee, in the depression in the middle of the superior border of the patella.
What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-LE-2?
Activates the channel, benefits the knee and dispels wind-damp. The dataset lists these primary indications: Knee pain, weakness and swelling; difficulty walking; atrophy of the leg Secondary indications are recorded as: Paralysis of the lower limb; rheumatism of the knee
Is EX-LE-2 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify EX-LE-2 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.