Triple Energizer meridian

TE-17 (Yìfēng, 翳风) — Wind Screen

Meridian
Triple Energizer (TE)
Anatomical view
lateral
Point classification
Meeting point of the Triple Energizer and Gallbladder channels.
Depth reference
0.8–1.2 cun perpendicular
Moxibustion
Direct scarring moxibustion should be avoided; other moxa use was not established in checked sources
Reference aliases
TE17; Yifeng; 翳风; Wind Screen

Anatomical location

Behind the earlobe, in the depression immediately anterior to the lower end of the mastoid process.

Traditional actions

Expels wind; benefits the ears and face; clears heat; relieves local pain.

Recorded indications

Primary: Tinnitus; reduced hearing; facial weakness; cheek swelling.

Secondary: Toothache; scrofulous nodules.

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 TE17, p. 166
  2. Clean Needle Technique Manual, 7th Edition Appendix C, SJ16–SJ23, pp. 240–242
  3. Acupuncture.com Acupuncture Point Reference San Jiao 17; classification, functions, indications and needling

Frequently asked questions

Where is TE-17 located?

Behind the earlobe, in the depression immediately anterior to the lower end of the mastoid process.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for TE-17?

Expels wind; benefits the ears and face; clears heat; relieves local pain. The dataset lists these primary indications: Tinnitus; reduced hearing; facial weakness; cheek swelling. Secondary indications are recorded as: Toothache; scrofulous nodules.

Is TE-17 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify TE-17 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.