TB7 Convergence and Gathering

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TB7 (Huìzōng, “Convergence and Gathering”) is the Xi-cleft point of the Triple Burner Meridian. It is located on the dorsal forearm, 3 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease, on the ulnar side of the ulna, at the level of TB6. It clears heat, alleviates pain, regulates qi.

Location

On the dorsal forearm, 3 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease, on the ulnar side of the ulna, at the level of TB6.

Needling

Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun.

TCM functions

Clears heat, alleviates pain, regulates qi.

Indications

Deafness, tinnitus, pain in the arm, epilepsy.

Xi-cleft

Clinical notes

TB7 is the Xi-cleft point of the Triple Burner, making it highly effective for acute conditions and pain along the meridian. It is particularly known for treating pain and stiffness of the arm, shoulder, and neck, especially when due to qi stagnation or heat. As a Xi-cleft point, it also addresses blood stasis and acute heat conditions within its associated meridian. It is empirically used for deafness and tinnitus.

On the Triple Burner channel

TB7 is one of 23 points on the Triple Burner Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is TB7 located?

TB7 (Huìzōng) is located on the dorsal forearm, 3 cun proximal to the dorsal wrist crease, on the ulnar side of the ulna, at the level of TB6.

What is TB7 used for?

TB7 clears heat, alleviates pain, regulates qi. Common clinical indications include deafness, tinnitus, pain in the arm, epilepsy.

How is TB7 needled?

Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun.

Which meridian is TB7 on?

TB7 is a point on the Triple Burner Meridian (Sān Jiāo).

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