Shaofu HE8
Heart Meridian (Hand Shaoyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | HE8 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Heart Meridian (Hand Shaoyin) |
| Location | On the palm, between the fourth and fifth metacarpal bones, at the tip of the little finger when a fist is made |
Traditionally recorded associations
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Pinch-press with the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1-2 minutes |
| Direction | Press vertically |
| Force | Medium |
| Tips | Pinch and press the acupoint with the thumb, with the force adjusted to the degree of producing a sore, numb, and distended sensation; After pinching and pressing, kneading may be combined to relax; Before the procedure, the hands may be rubbed together to warm them |
| Technique | Sparrow-pecking moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5-10 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | The skin at the fingertips is thin; pay attention to controlling temperature and duration; It is advisable that the area be locally warm but not hot; After moxibustion, pay attention to keeping 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