BITONG (SHANGYINGXIANG)

Chinese Name: Bitong (Shangyingxiang) (English translation: Penetrating the Nose)

Location: On the region of the face, at the junction of the cartilage of the ala nasi and the nasal
concha, near the upper end of the nasolabial groove.
Indications:

Rhinorrhea, soreness and furuncle in the nasal region.

Functions: Benefits the nose.

Needling: Subcutaneous insertion medially upward .3 - .5 cun.

Bitong Acupuncture Point

Chinese Name Bitong

English Name Nose Opening

Location: At the highest point of the nasolabial groove.

Precautions: No Moxa.

Actions & Effects:

Local point for nasal issues - obstruction, congestion, sinusitis, rhinitis.

Extraordinary (Extra) Points

Sources and More Information

EX Bitong
Bitong is known as an extra acupuncture point, meaning that it is not associated with any particular meridian. It can be found at the highest point of the smile line, on either side of the nose.
The English translation of the Chinese name Bitong is Nose Opening, referring to this points action on nasal issues. In addition to congestion, this point can be used to treat sinusitis, nasal
obstructions, and rhinitis.
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/531973-the-acupuncture-pressure-points-for-congestion/#ixzz1jUF2QUkC