The Extra Points, Anmian
anmian, "Peaceful Sleep"


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Pinyin Pronunciation:
Alternate Names:
NamePin YinChineseTranslated
M-HN-54   
Meridian
Meridian:
The Extra Points  Browse
Reference Source
Reference Source:
Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion (CAM) [revised ed. 1999]  Browse
Location
Point Location:
  • CAM
Midpoint between Yifeng (SJ 17) and Fengchi (GB 20)
  • Deadman
Behind the ear, midway between Fengchi GB 20 and Yifeng SJ 17
How To Find It
This point is found close to Wangu GB 12, but posterior and slightly superior to it.
Innervation
Innervation:
No innervation data at this time
Vasculature
Vasculature:
No vasculature data at this time
Cautions
Cautions:
  • avoid use with Moxa
No cautions at this time
Technique
Technique:
  • CAM
Puncture perpendicularly .5-.8 cun
  • Deadman
Perpendicular insertion .5-1 cun