Ěr Jiān (耳尖) — Ear Apex
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1. Overview
Ěr Jiān (耳尖) is a classical extra (non-channel) acupuncture point — Ear Apex. It is used in acupuncture practice as part of channel-balancing prescriptions for a range of conditions.
I am Dr (TCM) Attilio D’Alberto, a member of the British Acupuncture Council with over 25 years of clinical experience. I use Ěr Jiān as part of individually tailored acupuncture prescriptions at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire.
2. Location
At the apex of the ear. Note: Fold the auricle, the point is at the apex of the fold.
3. Actions
- Clears Heat
- Dissipates swelling
- Benefits the eyes and throat
4. Indications
- Redness, swelling and pain of the eyes
- Superficial visual obstruction
- Nebula
- One-sided headache
- Pain and swelling of the throat
- Mumps
- High fever
5. Needling
Perpendicular insertion 0.1 cun.
Important: Acupuncture should only be performed by a fully qualified practitioner. Never attempt self-needling. All needles I use are sterile, single-use and disposed of immediately after treatment in a clinical sharps container.
6. Clinical notes
Ěr Jiān (Ear Apex) is used as part of channel-balancing prescriptions tailored to the patient’s individual TCM diagnosis.
7. Treatment at my clinic
I use Ěr Jiān as part of tailored acupuncture prescriptions for conditions including Headache. Each treatment is individually designed following a full TCM assessment.
I see patients in person at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire. Visit the prices page for consultation fees. Return to the acupuncture points directory or the acupuncture main page.
