TB22 (Ěrmén, “Ear Gate”) is an acupuncture point on the Triple Burner Meridian. It is located anterior to the tragus, in the depression between the tragus and the condyloid process of the mandible, with the mouth open. It benefits the ear, clears heat.
Anterior to the tragus, in the depression between the tragus and the condyloid process of the mandible, with the mouth open.
Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun.
Benefits the ear, clears heat.
Tinnitus, deafness, otorrhea, toothache, temporomandibular joint disorders.
TB22, or 'Ear Gate,' is a primary local point for all types of ear disorders, including deafness, tinnitus, otitis media, and earache. It is particularly effective for conditions where there is local heat or inflammation. It is often used in conjunction with other ear points like TB21 and SI19 to maximize its therapeutic effect on auditory issues.
TB22 is one of 23 points on the Triple Burner Meridian. Nearby points:
TB22 (Ěrmén) is located anterior to the tragus, in the depression between the tragus and the condyloid process of the mandible, with the mouth open.
TB22 benefits the ear, clears heat. Common clinical indications include tinnitus, deafness, otorrhea, toothache, temporomandibular joint disorders.
Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun.
TB22 is a point on the Triple Burner Meridian (Sān Jiāo).