Ear gate acupoint belongs to the Hand Shaoyang Sanjiao Meridian and is located on the face. So what are the benefits and effects of massaging the ear gate acupoint? Let's take a look at the specific functions of massaging the ear gate acupoint.
Functions of Massaging the Ear Gate Acupoint
Meaning of the Name: "Ear" refers to the part where the qi and blood function inside the acupoint. "Gate" refers to the entrance and exit. The name "Ear Gate" refers to the passage of stagnant heavy water dampness in the qi of the Sanjiao Meridian, which flows into the body through the ear canal after being cooled. This acupoint receives the dampness qi from the Jiaosun acupoint and after the water dampness qi arrives at this acupoint, it transforms into rain and cold, descends to the meridian waters, and flows into the body through the ear canal. This acupoint is like a gateway for the qi and blood of the Sanjiao Meridian to enter and exit the ear, hence the name "Ear Gate."
Functions: Clearing turbidity and elevating clarity.
Treatment Method: For cold conditions, first drain and then tonify or apply moxibustion. For heat conditions, drain with acupuncture and release the qi.
Location: In front of the anterior trace of the auricle, behind the edge of the condylar process of the mandible, at the depression when opening the mouth.
Anatomy: At the posterior edge of the parotid gland; contains the superficial temporal artery and vein anterior branch; distribution of the auriculotemporal nerve and the temporal branch of the facial nerve.
Indications: Deafness, tinnitus, earache; toothache.
Effects: Opens the orifices and clears the ears, dispels heat and activates collaterals.
Technique: Open the mouth, insert the needle straight 0.5-1 inch.
Clinical Applications: Commonly used in the treatment of otitis media, temporomandibular joint disorder, etc.
Combination: Combine with Tinggong, Tinghui, and Yifeng for treating tinnitus, deafness, and earache; combine with Jiache, Xiaguan, and Hegu for treating toothache; combine with Quanliao, Jiache, and Yifeng for treating temporomandibular joint disorder.
