EXT-43 - Crane's Crown
鹤顶 - Hè Dǐng
Point Region: Leg/Knee
EXT-43, or 'Heding' (meaning 'Crane's Crown'), is a local point located on the knee. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'knee' and 'leg,' as well as a sense of 'stiffness' or 'pain' in the knee.
As a local point, Heding is primarily used for issues related to the knee and leg, such as a stiff knee, a sore knee, and a sense of 'weakness' in the lower body. It is a go-to point for 'tonifying' the Kidney and 'strengthening' the body as a whole. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.
Heding 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 lower body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: Top center of the kneecap.
How to Locate:
- Sit with your leg extended
- Locate the center top of your kneecap
- Find the highest point of the kneecap bone
- This central point on top of the kneecap is EXT-43
Primary Functions
Musculoskeletal System
- Treats knee cap pain and inflammation
- Relieves patellofemoral disorders
- Improves knee extension function
- Treats prepatellar bursitis
Nervous System
- Relieves knee nerve irritation
- Treats quadriceps muscle dysfunction
Circulatory System
- Improves knee cap circulation
- Reduces patellar swelling
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Knee pain
- Weakness
- Swelling
- Stiffness
- Knee arthritis
- Joint inflammation
- Mobility issues
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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EXT-43 Protocols
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