HT9 (Shaochong, “Lesser Rush”) is the Jing-Well (Wood) point of the Heart Channel of Hand-Shaoyin Meridian. It is located on the little finger, 0.1 cun proximal to the nail bed, at the radial corner of the nail. It resuscitates, clears Heart heat, regulates Qi in the chest.
On the little finger, 0.1 cun proximal to the nail bed, at the radial corner of the nail.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.1-0.2 cun, or prick to bleed.
Resuscitates, clears Heart heat, regulates Qi in the chest.
Palpitations, chest pain, coma, febrile diseases, mental disorders.
As a Jing-Well (Wood) point, HT9 is primarily used for acute conditions and resuscitation, particularly in cases of collapse, coma, or severe mental disturbance due to extreme heat or phlegm-heat obstructing the Heart. It is a powerful point for clearing Heart heat, making it effective for high fever, angina, and palpitations. Clinically, it is often bled to release heat and calm the spirit, and is famously paired with PC9 for restoring consciousness.
HT9 is one of 9 points on the Heart Channel of Hand-Shaoyin Meridian. Nearby points:
HT9 (Shaochong) is located on the little finger, 0.1 cun proximal to the nail bed, at the radial corner of the nail.
HT9 resuscitates, clears Heart heat, regulates Qi in the chest. Common clinical indications include palpitations, chest pain, coma, febrile diseases, mental disorders.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.1-0.2 cun, or prick to bleed.
HT9 is a point on the Heart Channel of Hand-Shaoyin Meridian (Shǒu Shàoyīn Xīnjīng).