TE19 - Luxi (Triple Burner Point 19)
Point features
Where is it located
TE19 is located behind and above the ear, midway between TE18 and TE20, on the upper border of the mastoid, in a slight depression on the scalp.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Dispels Wind-Damp from the head
- Relieves temporal headaches and ear pain
- Calms the Shen and regulates Liver Fire ascent
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Headaches from rising Yang or Fire
- Ear pain
- Tinnitus
- Sensation of ear pressure
- Restless insomnia, mental agitation
- Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with TE19, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
Luxi, 'Skull Fissure', is a strategic point to treat temporal headaches from internal Wind, often linked to Liver tension, stress, and insomnia. Also useful in mental agitation from Liver Fire. Often combined with TE5, GB20, Yintang, and LV2 to balance the Liver–Shen axis.
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What you can find with AcupointsMap:
- Interactive 3D visualization of the point
- Complete functions and therapeutic indications
- Needle insertion methods and detailed localization
- Complete pathway of the meridian of Triple Burner
- Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
- Associated pathology sheets
- Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin
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