Triple Energizer meridian
TE-20 (Jiǎosūn, 角孙) — Minute Angle
- Meridian
- Triple Energizer (TE)
- Anatomical view
- head
- Point classification
- Meeting point of the Triple Energizer, Gallbladder and Large Intestine channels.
- Depth reference
- 0.3–0.5 cun subcutaneous
- Moxibustion
- Direct scarring moxibustion should be avoided; other moxa use was not established in checked sources
- Reference aliases
- TE20; Jiaosun; 角孙; Minute Angle
Anatomical location
On the scalp directly above the apex of the ear, at the point touched by the auricular apex when the ear is folded forward.
Traditional actions
Clears heat from the head; benefits the ears; reduces swelling; relieves pain.
Recorded indications
Primary: Mumps; toothache; stiff neck.
Secondary: Corneal opacity in traditional use.
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 TE-20 located?
On the scalp directly above the apex of the ear, at the point touched by the auricular apex when the ear is folded forward.
What reference actions and indications are recorded for TE-20?
Clears heat from the head; benefits the ears; reduces swelling; relieves pain. The dataset lists these primary indications: Mumps; toothache; stiff neck. Secondary indications are recorded as: Corneal opacity in traditional use.
Is TE-20 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify TE-20 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.