The Sanjiao Meridian of Hand - Shaoyang originates from the tip of the ring finger ( Guanchong Sj 1 ) , running upward between the 4th and 5th metacarpal bones along the dorsal aspect of the wrist to the lateral aspect of the forearm between the radius and ulna . Passing through the olecranon and along the lateral aspect of the upper arm , it reaches the shoulder region , where it goes across and passes behind the Gallbladder Meridian of Foot - Shaoyang . Winding over to the supraclavicular fossa , it spreads in the cheat to connect with the pericardium . It then descends through the diaphragm down to the abdomen, and joins its pertaining organ, the upper, middle and lower jiao . A branch originates from the chest . Running upward, it emerges from the supraclavicular fossa . From there it ascends to the neck , running along the posterior border of the ear , and further to the corner of the anterior hairline . Then it turns downward to the cheek and terminates in the infraorbital region . The auricular branch arises from the retroauricular region and enters the ear . Then it emerges in front of the ear, crosses the previous branch at the cheek and reaches the outer canthus ( Sizhukong, Sj 23 ) to link with the Gallbladder Meridian of Foot - Shaoyang . Symptoms: Disharmony of the Triple Burner Meridian leads to symptoms like abdominal distention, edema (swelling), urinary incontinence, difficulty urinating, loss of hearing, and ringing in the ears (tinnitus). Pain in the pharynx (throat), eyes, cheek, back of the ear, shoulder and the upper arm can occur as these structures are located along this meridian's pathway.Main indications: Acupuncture points in this meridian are recommended for ailments of the ears, eyes, chest, pharynx (throat), and the side of the head as well as certain febrile conditions. They are also indicated for symptoms along this meridian's pathway.
