Small Intestine meridian
SI-7 (Zhīzhèng, 支正) — Branch of the Upright
- Meridian
- Small Intestine (SI)
- Anatomical view
- posterior
- Point classification
- Luo-connecting point of the Small Intestine channel.
- Depth reference
- 0.5–1.0 cun perpendicular
- Moxibustion
- Applicable
- Reference aliases
- SI7; Zhizheng; 支正; Branch of the Upright
Anatomical location
On the posteromedial forearm, between the medial border of the ulna and flexor carpi ulnaris, 5 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease.
Traditional actions
Clears upper-burner heat; releases the exterior; opens the channel; calms the spirit.
Recorded indications
Primary: Neck or elbow pain; finger stiffness; anxiety; febrile illness.
Secondary: Warts; visual disturbance; weakness of the elbow or fingers.
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 SI-7 located?
On the posteromedial forearm, between the medial border of the ulna and flexor carpi ulnaris, 5 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease.
What reference actions and indications are recorded for SI-7?
Clears upper-burner heat; releases the exterior; opens the channel; calms the spirit. The dataset lists these primary indications: Neck or elbow pain; finger stiffness; anxiety; febrile illness. Secondary indications are recorded as: Warts; visual disturbance; weakness of the elbow or fingers.
Is SI-7 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify SI-7 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.