# XL09 Waihuaijian (Outer Ankle Tip) – Extra Points: Lower limbs

外踝尖 · wài huái jiān

Location: On the protrusion of the external malleolus..

Cautions: Avoid in acute ankle injuries.

Canonical page: https://acuiq.com/points/xl09

## Indications

An indication list is a reference index, not a prescription – see the protocols below for sourced treatments.

Benefit Collaterals, Benefit Collaterals, Benefit Leg Gastrocnemius Tendon, Benefit Leg Gastrocnemius Tendon, Beriberi, Gonorrhea, Heat, Hemiplegia, Toothache, Toothache, Wind Pain, Wind Pain, Spasm Toe, Spasm Toe, Stroke, Tinea Pedis Athlete's Foot, Tinea Pedis Athlete's Foot, Tonsillitis

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