EXT-37 - Five Tigers
五虎穴 - Wǔ Hǔ
Point Region: Hand
EXT-37, or 'Wuhuxue' (meaning 'Five Tiger Points'), is a set of five extra points located on the thumb. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'fingers' and 'hands,' as well as a sense of 'stiffness' or 'pain' in the hands.
As a local point, Wuhuxue is primarily used for issues related to the hands and fingers, such as a stiff hand, a sore hand, and a sense of 'weakness' in the hands. It is a go-to point for 'clearing heat' and 'regulating' the flow of energy in the hands and fingers. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.
Wuhuxue acts as a vital access point to the core of the body, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the hands and fingers. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the entire body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: Palmar thumb border, from base to midpoint of proximal phalanx.
How to Locate:
- Look at the palm side of your thumb
- Identify five points along the edge of your thumb
- Start from the base and work toward the middle of the thumb
- These five points along the thumb edge are EXT-37
Primary Functions
Digestive System
- Treats childhood digestive disorders
- Improves appetite in children
- Relieves abdominal pain and distension
Nervous System
- Calms restless children
- Treats childhood convulsions
- Improves sleep in children
Immune & Energy System
- Boosts children's immunity
- Strengthens constitutional health
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Joint pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Toe pain
- Heel pain
- Headaches
- Gout
- Fibromyalgia
- Autoimmune disorders
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
Related Acupoints
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EXT-37 Protocols
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