Acupuncture Points Location Test

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As you are practicing your acupuncture skills it is important to ensure you keep reminding yourself of the points and their location. Puncturing the wrong point can be dangerous to your client and ruin your occupation credibility. Refresh your knowledge of these points by taking daily quizzes on points. Give this one a try!

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On lateral neck posterior to SCM, posterior and superior to LI-18 level with the Adam's apple.

Explanation
SI-16 is the correct answer because it is a specific acupuncture point located on the lateral neck, posterior to the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM). It is also described as being posterior and superior to the level of LI-18, which is the point associated with the Adam's apple. Therefore, SI-16 fits the given description of being on the lateral neck, posterior and superior to LI-18, and level with the Adam's apple.

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On the lateral side of the neck, level with the tip of the Adam's apple between the sternal head and the clavicular head of the SCM.

Explanation
The correct answer is LI-18. LI-18 is a specific acupuncture point located on the lateral side of the neck, level with the tip of the Adam's apple between the sternal head and the clavicular head of the SCM (sternocleidomastoid muscle). This point is commonly used in acupuncture to treat various conditions related to the neck, throat, and thyroid gland.

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On the midline, in the depresion superior to the hyoid bone.

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CV-23

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Midway between ST-9 and ST-11 at the anterior border of the SCM.

Explanation
ST-10 is the correct answer because it is located midway between ST-9 and ST-11 at the anterior border of the SCM (sternocleidomastoid muscle). This indicates that ST-10 is the specific acupuncture point that is being referred to in the question. The location of ST-10 is important in acupuncture practice as it is believed to have therapeutic effects on specific conditions or symptoms when stimulated.

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Posterior and inferior to the mastoid process, on the posterior border of the SCM muscle and level with BL-10.

Explanation
TB-16, TH-16

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Level with th tip of the Adam's apple on the anterior border of the SCM.

Explanation
ST-9 refers to the acupuncture point located at the level with the tip of the Adam's apple on the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM). This point is used in traditional Chinese medicine for various purposes, including treating throat and neck conditions. By stimulating this point, it is believed to help alleviate symptoms related to these areas.

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Posterior to the angle of the mandible in a depression on the anterior border of the SCM.

Explanation
SI-17 refers to the location of a specific acupuncture point. This point is found posterior to the angle of the mandible, in a depression on the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM). The SCM is a large muscle that runs along the side of the neck. SI-17 is an important acupuncture point that is commonly used for treating various conditions such as neck pain, headaches, and TMJ disorders. By stimulating this point, it is believed to help alleviate pain and promote overall well-being.

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Posterior to the lobule of the ear in a depression between the mandible and the mastoid process.

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TB-17, TH-17

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1.5 cun posterior to BL-6 and 4 cun above the anterior hairline, 1.5 lateral to the midline.

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UB-7

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On the lateral side of the neck, 1 cun below LI-18 on the posterior border of the SCM muscle.

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Tianding

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Acupuncture Points Location Test

On lateral neck posterior to SCM, posterior and superior to LI-18 level with the Adam's apple.

On the lateral side of the neck, level with the tip of the Adam's apple between the sternal head and the clavicular head of the SCM.

On the midline, in the depresion superior to the hyoid bone.

Midway between ST-9 and ST-11 at the anterior border of the SCM.

Posterior and inferior to the mastoid process, on the posterior border of the SCM muscle and level with BL-10.

Level with th tip of the Adam's apple on the anterior border of the SCM.

Posterior to the angle of the mandible in a depression on the anterior border of the SCM.

Posterior to the lobule of the ear in a depression between the mandible and the mastoid process.

1.5 cun posterior to BL-6 and 4 cun above the anterior hairline, 1.5 lateral to the midline.

On the lateral side of the neck, 1 cun below LI-18 on the posterior border of the SCM muscle.