Location acupuncture point TB 06
Location:
4 transverse fingers (3 cun) proximal to the wrist crease in the middle of the forearm between the ulna and radius.
The Flying Tiger — Zhī Gōu
This acupuncture point releases the Qi of all 3–fold warmers and frees stagnated liver Qi. The best combination for this is with the acupuncture point Gb 34 suitable, as this has a special effect on the flank area of the body.
Since it also expels wind-heat from the blood, it is often used for skin problems, which manifest in itchy, red and wandering spots.
Application: 
30 seconds 
medium
30 seconds 
medium
Name:
- 支沟 (zhī gōu)
- SJ 06
- Der fliegende Tiger
Helps with:
3–fold warmer harmonizing, liver qi stagnation
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Triple Burner
Element:
Fire
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
21 till 23 o'clock
Category:
Classical acupuncture point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Regulates the Qi
- Clearing pathways
- acts on the large intestine
- Eliminates wind and heat
Contraindication:
None
None
This acupuncture point is especially important when you want to balance all 3 warmers of the body.
Application:
AcuPen:
This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.
Alternatively, you can press this point with the round end.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point TB 06 is pressed with the middle finger for 30 to 45 seconds.
Acupressure can be repeated several times a day (2 to 3 times) in case of acute problems.
Acupuncture technique:
The point is needled vertically, with a depth of 0.2 to 1 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
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Meridian: triple burner
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Features: Element fire
- Summer
- Bitter
- South
- Tongue
- Mania
- Joy
- Heart
- Small intestine