Small Intestine meridian

SI-12 (Bǐngfēng, 秉风) — Grasping the Wind

Meridian
Small Intestine (SI)
Anatomical view
posterior
Point classification
Meeting point of the Small Intestine, Large Intestine, Triple Energizer and Gall Bladder channels.
Depth reference
0.5–1.0 cun oblique medially; avoid deep perpendicular insertion
Moxibustion
Applicable according to the checked point reference
Reference aliases
SI12; Bingfeng; 秉风; Grasping the Wind

Anatomical location

In the supraspinous fossa of the scapula, directly above the midpoint of the scapular spine.

Traditional actions

Expels wind from the channel; benefits the shoulder and scapula; relieves pain.

Recorded indications

Primary: Shoulder pain; inability to raise the arm; scapular aching.

Secondary: Numbness of the upper limb; stiffness across the upper back.

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 SI12, p. 93
  2. American Dragon Acupuncture Point Reference SI-12: Command Functions, Actions, Indications, Needling, moxa and pneumothorax caution

Frequently asked questions

Where is SI-12 located?

In the supraspinous fossa of the scapula, directly above the midpoint of the scapular spine.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for SI-12?

Expels wind from the channel; benefits the shoulder and scapula; relieves pain. The dataset lists these primary indications: Shoulder pain; inability to raise the arm; scapular aching. Secondary indications are recorded as: Numbness of the upper limb; stiffness across the upper back.

Is SI-12 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify SI-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.