ST 7 Acupuncture Point Theory

ST 7 Acupuncture Point Applications and Theory

The acupuncture point "ST 7" , 下關, is represented by "Xiaguan" in pinyin and "Below the Joint" in english and may be found:

On the face, anterior to the ear, in a depression between the zygomatic arch and the mandibular notch, with mouth closed.

Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:

TMJ, facial pain, lower jaw toothache.
Hearing issues, deafness, tinnitus, ear pain, ear discharge/infections.

A single acupuncture point is not commonly thought of as an empirical way to influence a TCM diagnostic pattern. ST7, however, is a strong candidate to be incorporated into an acupuncture protocol for patients who exhibit: Liver Wind

ST 7 may potentially be used, in coordination with a well designed acupuncture treatment protocol, to influence the following conditions: Deafness (Hearing Loss), Facial Pain, Otitis Media, Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ), Tinnitus and/or Toothache

While not necessarily valid clinically, GB 2 (Ear issues (along with TH 21 & SI 19) - tinnius, …), GB 3 (Local point, usually for headache), SI 19 (Ear problems of any etiology, inflammation, deafn…) and TH 21 (Ear problems of an excess or deficient nature, ti…) are nearby.

All Content 1999-2024
Chad J. Dupuis / Yin Yang House
Our Policies and Privacy Guidelines
Our Affiliated Clinics