Extra points

EX-UE-11 (Shíxuān, 十宣) — Ten Diffusing (Ten Fingertips)

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Meridian
Extra points (EX)
Anatomical view
anterior
Point classification
Group of 10 points, one at each fingertip.
Depth reference
Prick to bleed, or shallow perpendicular insertion 0.1-0.2 cun.
Moxibustion
Not commonly indicated.
Reference aliases
EXUE-11; Shixuan; 十宣; Ten Diffusing (Ten Fingertips)

Anatomical location

On the tips of the ten fingers, about 0.1 cun distal to the free margin of each nail (10 points total).

Traditional actions

Clears heat, opens the orifices and revives from collapse.

Recorded indications

Primary: Loss of consciousness; sunstroke; high fever; convulsions; apoplexy

Secondary: Numbness of the fingertips; sore throat; epilepsy

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-UE11
  2. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture Extra points

Frequently asked questions

Where is EX-UE-11 located?

On the tips of the ten fingers, about 0.1 cun distal to the free margin of each nail (10 points total).

What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-UE-11?

Clears heat, opens the orifices and revives from collapse. The dataset lists these primary indications: Loss of consciousness; sunstroke; high fever; convulsions; apoplexy Secondary indications are recorded as: Numbness of the fingertips; sore throat; epilepsy

Is EX-UE-11 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify EX-UE-11 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.