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ST6 · 足阳明胃经

Jiache jiá chē · 颊车

Location. One finger-breadth anterior and superior to the angle of the mandible, at the highest point of the masseter when clenching.

Classically recorded for the jaw and face.

定位。下颌角前上方一横指凹陷中,咀嚼时咬肌隆起最高点处。

传统记载与下颌、面部相关。

Classical record · not a treatment recommendation. Needling technique is a licensed practitioner's skill and is out of scope here.
Facial vessels and branches of the facial nerve are close. Needling belongs with a trained practitioner. Heavy pressure over the jaw joint is uncomfortable and should be avoided.

Other points on the Foot Yangming Stomach

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