AN-SHEN

An Shen (calm spirit)

An Shen · 安神 · อันเสิน

Classical & Extra PointsCommonly UsedClassical veterinary pointDogCat

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Location

In the depression below the ear base, between the ear base and the cranial border of the wing of the atlas (below and behind TH-17).

Landmark: Depression below the ear base.

Actions and Indications

Calms the spirit and settles panic.

Needling

Oblique 0.3-0.8 cm.

Cautions

Do not needle deeply toward the skull base.

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