Extra points
EX-LE-3 (Bǎichóngwō, 百虫窝) — Hundred Insect Burrow
- Meridian
- Extra points (EX)
- Anatomical view
- anterior
- Point classification
- Extra (non-channel) point.
- Depth reference
- Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.5 cun.
- Moxibustion
- Suitable for moxibustion.
- Reference aliases
- EXLE-3; Baichongwo; 百虫窝; Hundred Insect Burrow
Anatomical location
On the anteromedial thigh, 3 cun proximal to the superomedial border of the patella (1 cun above SP10 Xuehai).
Traditional actions
Cools blood, dispels wind and relieves itching.
Recorded indications
Primary: Urticaria; eczema; skin itching; rubella
Secondary: Intestinal parasites; sores of the lower limb
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-3 located?
On the anteromedial thigh, 3 cun proximal to the superomedial border of the patella (1 cun above SP10 Xuehai).
What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-LE-3?
Cools blood, dispels wind and relieves itching. The dataset lists these primary indications: Urticaria; eczema; skin itching; rubella Secondary indications are recorded as: Intestinal parasites; sores of the lower limb
Is EX-LE-3 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify EX-LE-3 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.