Shenmen HE7
Heart Meridian (Hand Shaoyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | HE7 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Heart Meridian (Hand Shaoyin) |
| Location | At the ulnar end of the palmar wrist crease, in the depression on the radial side of the tendon of flexor carpi ulnaris |
Traditionally recorded associations
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Press with the tip of the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | Press vertically |
| Force | Gentle |
| Tips | Shenmen point is located at the wrist crease; the intensity should be light; Pressing and kneading can calm the heart and Calm the spirit, improving insomnia |
| Technique | Sparrow-pecking moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5-10 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | The skin at the fingertips is thin; be careful to control temperature and time; It is advisable that the area be locally warm but not hot; After moxibustion, take care to keep the hands warm |
Frequently asked
Where is it located?
3 cun below ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior tibial crest, per WHO standard.
Can I press it myself?
This site is an educational reference. Apply under a licensed practitioner; do not self-needle.
Sources & references
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
- NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov