Triple Energizer meridian

TE-23 (Sīzhúkōng, 丝竹空) — Silk Bamboo Hole

Meridian
Triple Energizer (TE)
Anatomical view
head
Point classification
Final point of the Triple Energizer channel.
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
TE23; Sizhukong; 丝竹空; Silk Bamboo Hole

Anatomical location

At the lateral end of the eyebrow, in the palpable depression above GB-1.

Traditional actions

Disperses wind; benefits the eyes; clears heat from the head; relieves pain.

Recorded indications

Primary: Red, swollen or painful eyes; eyelid twitching.

Secondary: Manic agitation; epilepsy 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.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region TE23, p. 169
  2. Clean Needle Technique Manual, 7th Edition Appendix C, SJ16–SJ23, pp. 240–242
  3. Acupuncture.com Acupuncture Point Reference San Jiao 23; functions, indications and needling

Frequently asked questions

Where is TE-23 located?

At the lateral end of the eyebrow, in the palpable depression above GB-1.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for TE-23?

Disperses wind; benefits the eyes; clears heat from the head; relieves pain. The dataset lists these primary indications: Red, swollen or painful eyes; eyelid twitching. Secondary indications are recorded as: Manic agitation; epilepsy in traditional use.

Is TE-23 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify TE-23 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.