LOCATION: At the junction of the lateral 1/3 and medial 2/3 of the distance between the greater
trochanter and the sacral hiatus.
IMAGE: Also translated as "Bend & Jump." Refers to the point's function in transforming
stagnant Qi in the hip joint, and used to help the body in bending over & moving.
FUNCTIONS: Benefits the lower back & leg, Clears and Stimulates the Channels, Builds
Qi & Blood, Clears Damp Heat, Dispels Wind & Cold, Relaxes the Muscles and Tendons,
Invigorates Kidney
INDICATIONS:
diseases of the hip joint & surrounding soft tissues
edema
hemiplegia
leg Qi
numbness & paralysis of the lower extremity
pain in the groin
pain in the lower back & leg
sciatica
Wind rash
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 1.5 - 2.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Major Point: Stimulates the release of Yuan Qi
The Main Point for sciatica: palpate for tenderness, even if slightly off the point
hip arthritis
