SPLEEN QUIZ

1. Sp 1 A. abdominal distention, diarrhea, parasitic worms
2. Sp 2 B. harmonizes nourishing Qi & Blood, irregular menses, urticaria
3. Sp 3 C. general body soreness
4. Sp 4 D. tonification point of the Spleen
5. Sp 6 E. bleeding hemorrhoids (best point)
6. Sp 7 F. Strengthens Spleen, Moves Liver Qi, difficult labor, sterility, fetal death
7. Sp 8 G. best point for stomach-ache, epigastric pain
8. Sp 9 H. good for painful menses (excessive) and fibroids
9. Sp 10 I. main point for water imbalances
10. Sp 15 J. UTI's, wet dreams, any kind of "seeping"
11. Sp 20 K. intercostal neuralgia, pleurisy
12. Sp 21 L. headache from damp, edema, abdomen distention, people who are very pale
13. Which point would be best for deficient or late (irregular) menses?
A. Sp 4 C. Sp 9
B. Sp 8 D. Sp 10
14. Which point would not be as helpful for heat?
A. Sp 9 C. Sp 8
B. Sp 10 D. Sp 1
15. Which point would be best for damp & stagnation?
A. Sp 15 C. Sp 2
B. Sp 10 D. Sp 9
16. Which Spleen point connects with the Penetrating channel?
17. Which point strengthens the Spleen & Stomach, transforms Damp Stagnation, and is good for
people who sprain or dislocate easily?
18. Which Spleen point is similar to Stomach 25, except that it doesn't include reproductive
functions?
19. Name 2 Spleen points that are especially good for skin problems.
20. Which Spleen point harmonizes the blood & regulates the uterus?
21. Which point (2 possibilities) would you use for leukorrhea or vaginal discharges?
22. Which point would you use for gynecological problems caused by deficiencies?
23. Which local point would treat PID, pain of hernia, and appendicitis?
24. Name the sedation point of the Spleen.
25. What is the main point for any bleeding problem?
Spleen Quiz
ANSWERS:
1. E
2. D
3. L
4. G
5. F
6. J
7. H
8. I
9. B
10. A
11. K
12. C
13. A
14. C
15. D
16. Sp 4
17. Sp 5
18. Sp 15
19. Sp 6, 10
20. Sp 8
21. Sp 6 or 9
22. Sp 6 or 4
23. Sp 13
24. Sp 5
25 Sp 1

Sp 21 "Big Wrapping" Dabao

Major Luo-Connecting point of the Spleen
LOCATION: On the midaxillary line, 6 cun below the axilla, midways between the axilla and the
free end of the 11th rib
IMAGE: This point has the function of regulating Blood & Ying Qi, which is said to "wrap" &
nourish the entire body. "Big Wrapping" is also a reference to the Great Luo of the Spleen which
spreads out over the chest, "wrapping" it.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates Qi & Blood, Benefits Tendons & Bones, Expands & Relaxes the Chest,
Tonifies Ying Qi,
INDICATIONS:
asthma
general body soreness (Excess in luo vessels)
intercostal neuralgia
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: "Luo of the Luo's"-- can be used for weakness, flaccidity of the joints.
can tie a treatment together

Sp 20 "Encircling Glory" Zhourong

LOCATION: In the 2nd intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the Ren meridian
IMAGE: Also translated as "Encompassing Nourishment." The Lung lies under Sp 20. The Yuan
(congenital) Qi and the Gu (acquired) Qi meet here to be distributed to nourish the entire body.
FUNCTIONS: Opens Lungs, Moves Qi Down, Sedates Cough & Dyspnea
INDICATIONS:
bronchiectasis
intercostal neuralgia
pleurisy
pulmonary emphysema
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: classically not recommended to moxa

Sp 19 "Chest Home" Xiongxiang

LOCATION: In the 3rd intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the Ren meridian
IMAGE: An anatomical reference.
FUNCTIONS: Opens Lungs, Moves Qi Down, Stops Cough & Dyspnea
INDICATIONS:
intercostal neuralgia
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: chest pain & tightness
cough

Sp 18 "Heaven's Stream" Tianxi

LOCATION: In the 4th intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the Ren meridian
IMAGE: Infers that the Spleen Channel Qi from the upper body ("heaven") streams down through
this point, aiding in sedating rebellious Qi. Some sources state that Tianxi is a reference to the Qing
Qi (the air of heaven) streaming into the lung.
FUNCTIONS: Expands Thorax, Moves Qi, Sedates Rebellious Qi, Stops Cough
INDICATIONS:
asthma
bronchitis
hiccough
mastitis
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun CAUTION: AVOID DEEP INSERTION
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

Sp 17 "Food's Cavity" Shidou

LOCATION: In the 5th intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the Ren meridian
IMAGE: Also translated as "Food's Hole." A reference to the nipple, the hole through which the
infant receives his food.
FUNCTIONS: Moves Qi, Drains Damp, Clears San Jiao
INDICATIONS:
ascites
gastritis
intercostal neuralgia
retention of urine
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun Caution: Avoid deep insertion
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: good for broken ribs

Sp 16 "Abdomen's Sorrow" Fuai

LOCATION: 3 cun above Sp 15, 4 cun lateral to Ren 11
IMAGE: This point is useful in preventing suffering or sorrow in the abdomen, i.e. abdomen pain.
FUNCTIONS: Dispels Damp & Heat, Opens the Bowels & Clears Qi Stagnation
INDICATIONS:
constipation
dysentery
indigestion
pain in the region of the umbilicus
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
OTHER: classically not recommended to moxa

Sp 15 "Big Horizontal" Daheng

LOCATION: 4 cun lateral to the center of the umbilicus, lateral to m. rectus abdominus
IMAGE: The point is directly above the Large (Da) Intestine, on a horizontal (Heng) line level with
the umbilicus, and St 25 (the Front Mu point of the Large Intestine).
FUNCTIONS: Moves and Regulates Qi, Transforms Qi Stagnation in Bowels, Benefits the Colon,
Moistens the Intestines, Clears Intestinal Damp Heat, Opens the Organs, Dissipates Excess Water,
Regulates Spleen Qi, Strengthens the Limbs, Stops Pain
INDICATIONS:
abdominal distension
cold pain in the lower abdomen
constipation
diarrhea
intestinal paralysis
parasitic worms in the intestines
severe diarrhea
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.2 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
OTHER: Used for same kinds of things as St 25, only
not as many menstrual indications
good for constipation
Mann: for people who are always sad

Sp 14 "Abdomen's Knot" Fujie

LOCATION: 1.3 cun below Sp 15, 4 cun lateral to the Ren meridian, on the lateral side of m.
rectus abdominus
IMAGE: A reference to the point's function of treating abdominal stagnation.
FUNCTIONS: Warms Middle, Dispels Cold, Moves Qi, Sedates Rebellious Qi
INDICATIONS:
diarrhea
pain in the region of the umbilicus
pain of hernia
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

Sp 13 "Dwelling" Fushe

LOCATION: 0.7 cun laterosuperior to Sp 12, 4 cun lateral to the Ren meridian
IMAGE: An anatomical reference to the lower abdomen which houses the bowels
FUNCTIONS: Regulates Qi, Transforms Stagnant Liver Qi, Sedates Pain
INDICATIONS:
adnexitis (PID)
appendicitis
inguinal lymphadenitis
pain of hernia
pain of lower abdomen
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: more for gynecological than digestive problems; lower jiao Qi stagnation

Sp 12 "Pouring Door" Chongmen

LOCATION: Superior to the lateral end of the inguinal groove, on the lateral side of the femoral
artery, at the level of the upper border of symphysis pubis, 3.5 cun lateral to Ren 2.
IMAGE: Also called "Surging Gate." Qi tends to slow down in the inguinal area, thus causing it to
"surge" against the "door." The femoral artery also channels blood which "surges" through this
area.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates Qi, Dispels Damp & Heat
Moves Qi & Blood
Builds Yin, Clears the Channel
INDICATIONS:
endometritis
orchitis
pain of hernia
retention of urine
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun CAUTION: AVOID THE BLOOD VESSEL
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
OTHER:

Sp 11 "Basket's Door" Jimen

LOCATION: 6 cun above Sp 10, on a line between Sp 10 and Sp 12.
IMAGE: Squatting with the knees separated is called the "Ji" posture. Sp 11 is sometimes needled
while sitting in this position.
FUNCTIONS: Clears Head
Dispels Damp & Heat, Regulates Fluid Pathways
INDICATIONS:
enuresis
inguinal lymphadenitis
urethritis
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.2 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
OTHER:

Sp 10 "Sea of Blood" Xuehai

LOCATION: 2 cun above the mediosuperior border of the patella, when the knee is flexed, on the
bulge of the medial portion of m. quadriceps femoris.
IMAGE: A reference to the point's function of regulating Blood.
FUNCTIONS: Harmonizes Ying (Nourishing) Qi and Blood, Cools Heat
Calms Fetus, Clears Blood Wind & Blood Heat, Nourishes Dry Blood, Promotes Blood Flow,
Regulates and Invigorates Blood, Regulates Menses, Regulates Spleen Qi, Tonifies the Blood,
Tonifies Ying Qi
INDICATIONS:
abnormal uterine bleeding
anemia
irregular menstruation
neurodermatitis
pruritis
urticaria
NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.5 - 1.2 cun
POINT COMBINATIONS:
With St 36, LI 11 for anemia
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Sea of Blood: good for irregular menses,
excess bleeding, menstrual blockage
Main point for skin problems
More for heat than Sp 8
More for excess than Sp 6

Sp 9 "Yin Mound Spring" Yinlingquan

He Sea: Water
LOCATION: On the lower border of the medial condyle of the tibia, in the depression on the
medial border of the tibia
IMAGE: This point is the "spring" of Yin Qi which rests at the base of the "mound" at the medial
corner of the tibia.
FUNCTIONS: Transforms Damp & Heat stagnation
Benefits the Lower Burner
Benefits Urination, Clears the Channel, Expels Wind Cold, Harmonizes Stomach Yin, Invigorates
Spleen, Regulates Water Pathways, Tonifies Spleen Yang, Transforms Dampness, Warms Middle
Jiao
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain
ascites
beriberi
diarrhea w/ undigested food (good point)
distension of the abdomen
dysentery
edema
enteritis
impotence
incontinence
irregular menstruation
knee pain
nephritis
nocturnal emissions
pain of lower back & leg
pain of the genitals
retention of urine
urinary tract infection
NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.5 - 1.0 cun
POINT COMBINATIONS: With Sp 6 for damp heat vaginal discharge
OTHER: Main point for regulating water: diuretic point, used for water imbalances
Main point for leukorrhea, vaginal discharge
Used a lot w/ kidney problems
colitis/bloating
will be tender on people w/ intestinal
problems/swelling
used a lot for hepatitis/jaundice-- damp heat
breast lumps/swollen breasts
herpes (damp heat lower burner)
candida
J.C. Darrus:
orchitis, epididymitis, pain in the genitals, urethral discharge, no erection
classically not recommended to moxa

Sp 8 "Earth's Mechanism" Diji

Xi Cleft
LOCATION: 3 cun below Sp 9, on the line connecting Sp 9 and the medial malleolus
IMAGE: Refers to the point's function of regulating the "mechanism" of the earth (Spleen) channel
as it relates to lower burner disharmonies.
FUNCTIONS: Harmonizes the Blood
Regulates the uterus
Clears the channel
Harmonizes Spleen & Kidneys
Holds Sperm
Induces Diuresis
Invigorates Blood and Transforms Blood Stagnation
Regulates Menses
Regulates Qi and Blood
Stimulates Spleen Stomach,
Stops Leukorrhea
Stops Pain
Tonifies Spleen Qi and Blood
INDICATIONS:
abnormal uterine bleeding
colic
difficult urination
distension of the abdomen & flanks
dysmenorrhea (esp. excess)
edema
edema
hemorrhoids
irregular menstruation
nocturnal emissions
NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS: With LI 4 for painful menses
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:
fibroids
CAM: abdominal distension, anorexia, dysentery
no erection

Sp 7 "Seeping Valley" Lougu

LOCATION: 3 cun above Sp 6, on the line joining the tip of the medial malleolus and
Sp 9.
IMAGE: This point is used for "leaky gentlemen" or men who experience wet dreams or any loss
of semen. Also translated as "Grain Hole." Dr. Feng uses this as an auxiliary point to tonify Spleen
Qi.
FUNCTIONS: Invigorates Spleen & Stomach, Harmonizes Stomach, Reduces Swelling, Clears
Channels & Invigorates Collaterals, Regulates Qi & Blood
INDICATIONS:
abdominal distension
intestinal noises
paralysis of lower limb
urinary tract infection
NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: The point for wet dreams or any "seeping" - “leaky gentlemen”
"a man's point"
weight loss despite food intake
J.C. Darrus:
weight gain from water retention
rheumatism pain from humidity
classically not recommended to moxa

Spleen 6 "Three Yin Junction" Sanyinjiao

Meeting point of 3 Lower Yin Meridians
LOCATION: 3 cun directly above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the posterior border of the
medial aspect of the tibia.
IMAGE: The three yin channels of the leg connect here.
FUNCTIONS: Strengthens the Spleen & transforms Dampness
Spreads the Liver Qi
Benefits the Kidneys
Benefits Delivery of Baby, Calms Fetus, Clears Blood Heat, Clears Damp Heat, Clears Deficient
Heat, Clears Wind Damp from Channels, Invigorates Blood, Moistens Blood, Moistens Dryness,
Moves Qi and Transforms Qi Stagnation, Nourishes Liver Yin, Promotes Urination, Raises Middle
Qi, Regulates Menses, Regulates Middle and Lower Jiao, Regulates Qi & Blood, Regulates the
Uterus, Regulates Water Pathways, Sedates Liver Yang, Sedates Mind, Softens Hard Masses, Stops
Pain, Tonifies Kidney Yin & Jing, Tonifies Qi and Blood, Tonifies Spleen Yang
INDICATIONS:
abnormal bleeding
cloudy urine
colic
deficient & weak condition of Stomach & Spleen
diarrhea (major point)
difficult labor (good- esp w/ LI 4)
difficult urination
diseases of the reproductive system (any)
distension or pain of the abdomen
eczema
failure to discharge placenta
fetal death in uterus
hemiplegia
incontinence
intestinal noises & diarrhea
irregular menstruation
lack of menstruation
neurasthenia (major point)
neurodermatitis
nocturnal emissions
poor digestion
sterility (of women)
urticaria
vaginal discharge
vertigo from deficient blood
NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
Mann: nervous depression
POINT COMBINATIONS: Used a lot w/ St 36 for deficiency
w/ Sp 4 & P6 for excess
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Because it affects Liver, Spleen, and Kidney, this is an important point for Yin
and Blood in the body.
Main point for menstrual problems
Sp 4: upper abdomen pain and distension
Sp 6: lower abdomen pain and distension
Diabetes
Main point for skin problems (esp those associated with blood/damp)
prolapse
CAM: insomnia, hernia, pain in external genitalia
Headache associated with menses
hot flashes/menopause
constipation
"Always use Sp 6 in Blood deficiency"
food in stool
insomnia from fatigue
CONTRAINDICATED IN PREGNANCY: PULLS THE QI DOWNWARD

Sp 5 "Mound of Commerce" Shangqiu

Jing River: Metal
LOCATION: In the depression distal and inferior to the medial malleolus, midway between the
tuberosity of the navicular bone and the tip of the medial malleolus.
IMAGE: The point sits in a depression on the "mound" or hill which is the top of the foot. The
depression may be suggestive of a mining site from which "metal" ore has been mined. It is also the
metal point of the channel, and has been associated with the musical note ("shang") which the
Chinese traditionally classified as metal. Mound of Commerce may refer to the quantity of Qi
which passes back & forth through this area. Also translated as "Metal Mound."
FUNCTIONS: Strengthens the Spleen & Stomach
Transforms Samp stagnation
Clears Damp Heat
Harmonizes Middle Burner
Invigorates Spleen
Relaxes Muscles & Tendons
Stimulates Channels
INDICATIONS:
abdominal distension associated with deficient
beriberi
breast pain (nm)
colic
constipation
diarrhea
diseases of the ankle and surrounding soft tissues
edema
enteritis
gastritis
hemorrhoids (Sp 1 used more)
indigestion
intestinal noises
jaundice (not a major point)
spleen
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: 0.2 - 0.3 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: Joanna Zhao uses this point for "thinking too much” (especially
students!)
J.C. Darrus:
Lack of emotional control, likes to sleep, pessimism, melancholia, anxiety about the future,
excessive religiousness and scrupulousness, sighs a lot
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Sedation point-- otherwise , not used much, except:
connective tissue problems: people who sprain easily or dislocate easily; also joint problems like
arthritis
J.C. Darrus:
Painful articulations, bone pains, decalcification

Sp 4 "Grandfather's Grandson" Gongsun

Luo Point

Confluent point of the Chong Meridian

LOCATION: In the depression distal and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone, at the

junction of the red and white skin.

IMAGE: This is the Luo point of the Spleen, in this case the "grandfather," which sends energy to

the Stomach Channel, in this case the "Grandson." ( In paired channels, the Yin channel comes

first.) "Gongsun" is also the name of the Yellow Emperor, who is said to have discovered this point.

FUNCTIONS: Regulates the Spleen & Stomach

Regulates the Penetrating Channel (Sea of Blood)

Calms the Stomach, Dispels Damp & Heat, Harmonizes Middle & Lower Burner, Invigorates

Blood (stomach pain), Reduces Qi Stagnation and Clears Obstructions, Regulates the Menses,

Sedates Mind, Stops Bleeding, Tonifies Spleen and Stomach, Tonifies Yuan Qi

INDICATIONS:

abdominal pain

acute & chronic enteritis

diarrhea

endometritis

foot & ankle pain

intestines "like a drum"

irregular menstruation

seizures

stomach ache (one of best points)

tidal fevers

vomiting

NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.5 - 0.8 cun

PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:

OTHER: Confluent point of the Chong channel

Paired confluent point: P 6 of Yin Wei extra channel

Especially good for severe epigastric pain. Used a lot for ulcers, pain, vomiting

Good for menstrual problems from blood stagnation-- deficient or late menses

Good for dysentery, diarrhea, & gas

For genital injuries

Classics: "The patient is sad, he sighs, he has no appetite. He has fever with shivering; when he's

about to sweat he vomits. Must needle Sp 4 right away!"

Dr. Voll: Rt. side: lipid metabolism (to decrease cholesterol)

Lt. side: general immune booster

J.C. Darrus:

All types of energy disorders

Nervous breakdown

Biliary insufficiency, diarrhea from inflammation

Heart pain with swollen face

Abundant mucous secretions

Sp 3 "Most White" Taibai

Shu Stream: Earth
Source point
LOCATION: Proximal and inferior to the head of the first metatarsal bone, at the junction of the
red and white skin
IMAGE: Taibai is the name for the planet Venus, which corresponds to the metal element and was
considered as having a martial influence on life on earth. Sp 3's function of sedating "uprisings" in
the Large Intestine (metal organ) is a reflection of this. "Tai Bai" is also the name of a Mountain,
which is reminiscent of the "mountain" created by the 1st metatarsophalangeal joint.
FUNCTIONS:
Benefits the Spleen
Eliminates Damp & Heat
Harmonizes Middle and Lower Jiao
Benefits the Spine
Harmonizes Stomach Yin
Regulates Large Intestine
Regulates Spleen & Stomach
Tonifies Spleen Qi & Yang
INDICATIONS:
abdominal distension
acute gastroenteritis
constipation
dysentery
edema
headache (from damp-- tight band sensation)
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: CAM: gastric pain, sluggishness (damp feeling)
hemorrhoids/prolapses
for people who are very pale ("most white")
shock
memory
"Can't let go, can't move on." For people who are stuck mentally or have obsessions.
sleepy after meals
chemotherapy
Dr. Voll: Rt. side: carbohydrate metabolism, diabetes (also for stopping sugar or sugar cravings)
Lt. side: RBC's & platelets (anemia)
J.C. Darrus:
Gastric acidity one hour after meals, vomits everything ingested, diarrhea with pus and
blood
Body feels heavy

Sp 2 "Big Metropolis" Dadu

Ying Spring: Fire
LOCATION: On the medial side of the great toe, distal and inferior to the 1st metatarsophalangeal
joint, at the junction of the red & white skin
IMAGE: Implies a great amount of Qi which gathers here, somewhat like a "city" of Qi.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates Stomach, Tonifies Spleen, Clears Digestive Stagnation and Heat, Moves
Qi, Sedates Rebellious Qi, Returns Yang, Relieves the Exterior
INDICATIONS:
abdominal distension or diarrhea
apoplectic coma
edema of the limbs
fever (ying spring)
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: Perpendicular 0.1 - 0.3 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
J.C. Darrus:
Lack of emotional control, lack of moral conscience, selfish
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES: Nei Jing: paralysis of legs, migraines
OTHER: Tonification point: Not used much except by 5 Element practitoners to tonify the
Spleen.
improve memory
Maciocia: Releases the exterior in external excess heat
Dr. Voll: Rt. side: nucleoprotein metabolism, i.e., gout. (Dr. Shwery has had immediate results)
Lt. side: for lymph nodes, abdomen, & pelvis
J.C. Darrus:
Short attention span, tires easily
Vomits everything ingested
Abundant mucous secretions, body feels heavy

Sp 1 "Hidden White" Yinbai

Jing Well: Wood
Ghost point
LOCATION: At the medial corner of the great toe, 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail.
IMAGE: A reference to the white skin on the big toe where Sp 1 is located. "Yinbai" can also imply
a clarity of mind which this point is said to instill. Some sources indicate that Hidden White refers
to metal (white is the color of metal) which is hidden within the earth. In 5 element theory, earth
gives way to metal.
FUNCTIONS: Benefits the Spleen
Regulates the Blood
Boosts Spleen Yang
Clears and Calms the Mind
Clears Heart & Stabilizes Spirit
Increases Qi & Improves Blood Flow
Warms the Spleen
Wraps the Blood
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain or distension
abnormal uterine bleeding
bleeding of the digestive tract
blood in urine or stool
chronic infantile convulsions
continuous nosebleed
mental diseases (jing well)
spitting blood
NEEDLING: Subcutaneously 0.1 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: dream-disturbed sleep
sorrowfulness
J.C. Darrus: Terror stricken, too restless to stay in bed or sleep
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Main point for any kind of bleeding-- especially uterine (deficient or excess
condition)
bleeding hemorrhoids
allergies-- esp. to insecticides
lack of energy
classically not recommended to moxa (?!)
Dr. Voll: Rt. side: for protein metabolism
Lt. side: lymph glands or neck & thorax. Esp useful for environmental allergies such as insecticides

Leg Greater Yin Spleen Channel

PRIMARY CHANNEL
Begins on the medial tip of the big toe, follows the border of the red & white skin along the
medial aspect of the foot.
Passes in front of the medial malleolus and up the leg, along the posterior side of the tibia,
crossing at Sp 6 and then travelling anterior to the Liver channel. Crosses over the medial aspect of
the knee and continues up along the anterior medial aspect of the thigh and into the abdomen.
After crossing the Ren channel at Ren 3 and Ren 4 the channel enters the Spleen and Stomach
at Ren 10.
Ascends across the diaphragm and intersects the Gallbladder channel at
GB 24, the Liver at Liv 14, and the Lung at Lu 1 and finally reaches the root of the tongue,
dispersing over its lower surface.
A branch separates in the stomach region and advances upward across the diaphragm,
transporting qi into the Heart.
Also directly joins with the Heart, Lungs, and Intestines.
CROSSING POINTS: Ren 3, Ren 4, Ren 10, Liv 14, GB 24, Lu 1
SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH THE EXTERNAL COURSE OF THE CHANNEL
Heaviness in the body or head, general feverishness, fatigued limbs and emaciated muscles,
stiffness of the tongue, coldness along the medial side of the leg and knee, edema in the foot or leg.
SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH THE INTERNAL ORGAN
Abdominal pain, fullness, or distension, diarrhea, incomplete digestion of food, intestinal noises,
vomiting, hard lumps in the abdomen, reduced appetite, jaundice, constipation.
DIVERGENT CHANNEL
Separates from primary channel on the thigh, converges with the divergent channel of the
Stomach and proceeds upwards to the throat, after which it enters the tongue.
LUO CHANNEL
Separates from the primary channel at Sp 4, connects with the Stomach channel at St 42,
ascends to the abdomen and connects with the Stomach and Intestines.
Symptoms of Excess: Vomiting, diarrhea, sharp intestinal pain.
Symptoms of Deficiency: Abdominal swelling.
GREAT LUO OF THE SPLEEN (Luo of all Luo channels)
From Sp 21, spreads through the hypochondria
Symptoms of Excess: general aches & pains throughout the body
Symptoms of Deficiency: Weakness in the muscles of the limbs and joints
MUSCLE CHANNEL
Starts at the medial side of the big toe and ascends across the foot, connecting with the
medial malleolus. Connects with the medial side of the knee, then traverses the medial aspect of
the thigh and connects with the hip before joining with the reproductive organs.
After crossing the abdomen and connecting with the umbilicus, the channel enters the
abdominal cavity, connects with the ribs, and disperses through the chest. An internal branch
adheres to the spine.
Pathological Symptoms: Strained muscles of the big toe, pain in the internal malleolus pain in
the muscles of rotation in the ankle, pain in the medial aspect of the knee, pain in the adductor
muscles of the thigh, pain due to muscle strain of the groin, pain from strained upper abdominal
muscles, pain due to pulled muscles of the mid-thoracic vertebrae.
SUMMARY: SPLEEN CHANNEL
Phone # (348) SP-1-2-3-5-9
Tonification point: Sp 2
Sedation point: Sp 5
Horary point: Sp 3
Sp 1 Bleeding problems-- uterine, etc, excess or deficient
Sp 2 5 elements-- tonifies spleen deficiencies
Sp 3 Source pt-- builds & tonifies spleen. Blood sugar problems, dampness and heaviness in
the body, bloating/gas/food stagnation hemorrhoids/prolapses
Sp 4 More for pain stagnation-- epigastric pain, menstrual problems (regulates), genital injuries
Sp 5 dampness-- edema/swelling/connective tissue. Bloating/indigestion
Sp 6 Builds yin and blood. Any lower burner problems-- kidneys/urinary/gynecological.
Main point for gynecological / deficiencies
Sp 8 Menstrual/stagnation-- dysmenorrhea, Edema/urinary/digestive
Sp 9 damp heat/stagnation: urinary, water transformation, lower burner/discharges
Sp 10 skin problems, Excessive menses-- irregular. More for heat & bleeding problems

STOMACH QUIZ

1. St 36 A. cools damp heat & benefits the bladder
2. St 4 B. major headache point, migraines, dizziness
3. St 21 C. eliminates (local) wind, spreads the Liver Qi
4. St 41 D. builds body's ability to transform & transport food
5. St 9 E. major point for toothache, mumps
6. St 29 F. phlegm resulting in insomnia
7. St 2 G. herpes, mouth ulcers, trigeminal neuralgia
8. St 8 H. removes blood stasis in the lower burner
9. St 44 I. weakness, fatigue, depressed immune system
10. St 28 J. "to get the legs moving"
11. St 34 K. high or low blood pressure/ goiter
12. St 31 L. headache & facial edema
13. St 25 M. abdominal pain from accumulated Qi
14. St 6 N. sore throat/tonsillitis with digestive syndromes
15. St 40 O. best point for dysentery, diarrhea, constipation
16. St 30 P. pacifies the stomach, clears the channels, excess or hot stomach problems,
overeating
17. Which point covers all the following indications:
toothache, trigeminal neuralgia, facial paralysis, spasms of the masseter muscle, tinnitus, and otitis
media?
A. St 4
B. St 6
C. St 7
D. St 8
18. Which point has no indications for genito-urinary problems?
A. St 25
B. St 21
C. St 28
D. St 29
19. Name a point that's often used for mastitis as well as gastritis & diarrhea:
20. What point is commonly used for UTI's?
STOMACH
QUIZ
ANSWERS:
1. I
2. G
3. M
4. L
5. K
6. H
7. C
8. B
9. N
10. A
11. P
12. J
13. O
14. E
15. F
16. D
17. C
18 B
19. St 34
20. St 28

St 45 "Strict Exchange" Lidui

Jing Well: Metal
LOCATION: On the lateral side of the 2nd toenail, 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail.
IMAGE: Also translated as "Evil's Dissipation," or "Severe Mouth." Implies a cleansing of
unpleasant words or bad Qi from the mouth and replacing them with better ones. This may relate to
St 45's effect on sore throat, toothache, & sinus infections, in terms of "clearing" that part of the
body. Dr. Liao says the name also implies calming the spirit and reducing wind.
FUNCTIONS:
Calms Spirit
Clears Food Stagnation,
Clears the Heart,
Clears Yang Ming Heat
Harmonizes the Stomach
Moves Qi
Opens the Channels
Opens the Orifices
Regulates Stomach
Sedates Pain
Stimulates the Mind
Transforms Damp Heat
INDICATIONS:
hepatitis
hysteria
indigestion
ischemia of the brain
neurasthenia
tonsillitis
NEEDLING: Subcutaneously 0.1 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
dream disturbed sleep
confusion
Mann: Like a corpse, madness, nightmares
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: hangovers
sedation point on the stomach channel

St 44 "Inner Court" Neitung

Ying Spring: Water
LOCATION: Proximal to the web between the 2nd & 3rd toes, in the depression distal and lateral
to the 2nd metatarsodigital joint.
IMAGE: An anatomical reference to the "inner court" between the 2nd & 3rd toes.
FUNCTIONS: Cools & drains Heat from the Stomach
Regulates the Qi & suppresses pain
Benefits Digestion, Cleans Stomach Fire,, Clears Damp from GI System, Clears Wind from the
Head & Face,, Clears Wind Heat, Drains Bad Qi from Stomach, Harmonizes Intestines, Moves
Stomach Qi Down, Reduces Fever, Reduces Fullness, Transforms Stagnation
INDICATIONS:
abdominal distension
acute & chronic enteritis
beriberi
blood in the urine (not major)
diarrhea
eye pain
lockjaw
nosebleed
pain of intestinal hernia
paralysis of the mouth
red & white dysentery
ringing in the ears (not major)
stomach-ache
throat blockage
tonsillitis
toothache (upper)
trigeminal neuralgia
wind rash
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: for people who dislike the sound of human voices
POINT COMBINATIONS:
With St 41 for facial edema
With LI 4 for bleeding gums
With LI 11 for cold hands and feet
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Common for sore throat/tonsillitis, esp. when combined with digestive symptoms
fevers (ying spring)
Used to pull heat down
more heat than St 45
more throat than St 34

St 43 "Sinking Valley" Xiangu

Shu Stream: Wood
LOCATION: In the depression distal to the junction of the 2nd & 3rd metatarsal bones
IMAGE: Refers to the point's location in the "valley" formed by the 2nd & 3rd metatarsal bones.
Valley also implies an ability to hold water, a reference to the point's function of treating facial
edema.
FUNCTIONS:
Cleans Heat
Disperses Wind
Induces Diuresis
Regulates Stomach
Reverses Rebellious Qi
Strengthens Spleen
Transforms Damp
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain
conjunctivitis
edema
facial edema
hysteria
intestinal noises
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: used a lot for gas-- abdominal & belching
liver attacking earth syndrome
pre-ulcer

St 42 "Pouring Yang" Chongyang

Source Point
Exit point
LOCATION: Distal to St 41, at the highest point of the dorsum of the foot, in the depression
between the 2nd & 3rd metatarsal bones and the cuneiform bone
IMAGE: The Yang Qi of the Stomach channel is said to "pour" or "rush" through this point. There
is also an arterial pulse which can be felt "surging" at this point on the yang side of the foot.
FUNCTIONS: Supports Spleen & Stomach, Harmonizes the Stomach, Clears Stomach Fire,
Transforms Damp, Disperses Wind, Clears Obstruction, Regulates Face & Neck, Sedates Heart &
Mind
INDICATIONS:
facial paralysis
fever
headache
insanity
malaria
no strength in arms or legs
pain on dorsum of foot
toothache
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun
Avoid the artery
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: Mann: wants to undress in public
walks around aimlessly
"monthly madness"
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Not used much
fright, palpitations

St 41 "Release Stream" Jiexi

Jing River: Fire
LOCATION: On the dorsum of the foot, at the midpoint of the transverse crease of the ankle joint,
in the depression between the tendons of m. extensor digitorum longus and hallucis longus,
approximately at the level of the tip of the external malleolus.
IMAGE: Needling this point can "release" a "stream" of Qi down the Stomach channel. "Jie" also
has the classical meaning of "untie," referring to the shoes being tied & untied in this area.
FUNCTIONS:
Clears Stomach Heat and Fire
Supports & benefits the Spleen
Clears the Brain and Calms the Spirit
Eliminates Cold & Damp
Dispels Wind
Regulates Stomach
Stops Spasms
Transforms Damp & Stagnation
INDICATIONS:
diseases of the ankle & surrounding soft tissues
distended abdomen
drop foot
enteritis
eye diseases
headache (frontal)
nephritis
pain in foot & ankle
pain in the mouth
seizures (not a major point)
severe palpitations
vertigo
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 0.7 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Mostly used for Stomach problems and facial
problems (headache, edema)
CAM: facial edema
Tonification point
more for yin deficient heat
indigestion, mild burning (not excess)
mental disorders of the depressive type
Mann: Stomach hot with incoherent speech

St 40 "Abundance & Prosperity" Fenglong

Luo point
LOCATION: 8 cun superior to the external malleolus, about 1 fingerbreadth lateral to St 38
IMAGE: Also translated as "Bountiful Bulge". This point is "filled to the brim" with the
nourishing Yang Ming Channel Qi, the excess of which can flow into the Spleen channel via St 40.
Fenglong also means thunder, a phenomenon which is thought to happen when the earth has an
abundance of energy.
FUNCTIONS: Transforms Phlegm & Dampness, Calms the Spirit
Clears Phlegm in the Heart Channel (Shen disturbance)
Clears Stomach Fire & Heat
Dispels Wind & Phlegm
Drains Bad Qi From Lungs
Invigorates Collaterals
Opens the Chest
Regulates Stomach & Intestines
Sedates Asthma
INDICATIONS:
abnormal uterine bleeding (not major)
abundant mucous
amenorrhea (not major)
beriberi
coughing
headache (tight band around the head sensation or sinus headache)
swelling of the limbs
vertigo
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: mental disorders: cloudiness, trouble concentrating or thinking
people who talk too much
seeing ghosts
excessive laughter
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Special action on phlegm in the body: "phlegm misting the heart" resulting in
insomnia
epilepsy
phlegm in chest -- stuffy feeling in chest, nausea, trouble breathing
sore throat (luo vessel goes to throat)
pleurisy
withering of calves

St 39 "Lower Void" Xiajuxu

Lower He Sea of the Small Intestine
Sea of Blood point
LOCATION: 3 cun below St 37, one fingerbreadth from the anterior crest of the tibia, in m. tibialis
anterior
IMAGE: This point, like St 37, has the function of bringing down excess Yang Qi.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates Stomach & Intestines, Dispels Damp & Heat, Clears Wind Dampness,
Dispels Stagnation, Clears Organs, Clears Bowels, Sedates Rebellious Qi
INDICATIONS:
acute or chronic enteritis
hepatitis
paralysis of the lower limb
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
ANCIENT USES: Also a Sea of Blood point: The classics say that tonifying this point sends
warmth to the Bladder and Kidney
OTHER: . For dry lips, no sweat, loss of hair, or other Blood deficient signs.
good for blood in the urine (heat in Small Intestine)
Mann: diseases of the breast, lower abd. pain from diarrhea

St 38 "Line's Opening" Tiaokou

LOCATION: 2 cun below St 37, midway between St 35 and St 41
IMAGE: The point sits in a slender "opening" in m. tibialis anterior. Tiao is also a name for the
wind of the northeast. St 38 can be used to treat wind diseases in the lower limbs. St 38 is located
between the lower he-seas of the large and small intestines, and hence could be considered an
"opening" on the "line" between the large and small intestine.
FUNCTIONS:
Benefits Shoulder
Clears Obstructions
Dispels Wind Cold
Invigorates Collaterals
Regulates Stomach
Relaxes Muscles & Tendons
Warms Channels
INDICATIONS:
arthritis of the knee
enteritis
paralysis of the lower limb
perifocal inflammation of shoulder
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun
OTHER: Good point for frozen shoulder

St 37 "Upper Void" Shangjuxu

Lower He Sea of the Large Intestine
Sea of Blood point
LOCATION: 3 cun below St 36, one fingerbreadth from the anterior crest of the tibia, in m. tibialis
anterior
IMAGE: Refers to the point's function of leading excess Yang Qi down. "Juxu" is also the name
for a type of horse which is said to have strong legs. "Void" may also be a reference to the hollow
on the lateral side of the shin.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates the Intestines & Stomach
Clears & cools Dampness & Heat
Eliminates accumulations and stagnation
Benefits the Spleen,
Clears Channels
Invigorates Collaterals
Moves Food Stagnation
Regulates Qi
Sedates Asthma
Sedates Rebellious Qi
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain or distension
appendicitis
beriberi
deficient, weak conditions of the Spleen & Stomach
diarrhea
dysentery
enteritis
gastritis
hemiplegia
indigestion
leg Qi
sharp pain in the intestines
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.2 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS: With St 39 and U.B. 11 excess feeling in the upper burner, trouble
breathing. pulls the energy down
ANCIENT USES: Nei Jing: "When the Sea of Blood is full, the patient has the sensation that his
body is increasing in size."
OTHER: Sea of Blood point: used to nourish and cool the organs.
Colitis-- or any problem in large intestine

St 36 "Leg Three Measures" Zusanli

He Sea Earth
Lower He Sea of the Stomach
Sea of Nourishment point
Horary point
LOCATION: 3 cun below St 35, one finger-breadth from the anterior crest of the tibia, in m.
tibialis anterior
IMAGE: Needling or moxa'ing this point is supposed to add such strength & endurance to the legs
that one is said to be able to walk "three miles" more. Three "li" is also a reference to St 36 being 3
cun below St 35.
FUNCTIONS: Orders the Spleen & Stomach
Regulates the Qi & Blood
Strengthens weak & Deficient conditions
Balances Stomach Yin, Benefits the Knees, Boosts Spleen Yang, Brightens the Eyes, Calms Fetus,
Clears Channels & Invigorates Collaterals, Clears Damp Heat, Clears Edema, Clears the Lungs,
Clears Thoracic Blood Stagnation, Dispels Evil Qi,, Dispels Stagnation, Dispels Wind and Damp,
Expedites Lactation, Expels GB & Urinary Tract Stones, Expels Parasites, Generates Fluids,
Improves General Health, Prevents Disease, Raises Middle Qi, Raises the Yang, Regulates &
Moistens Intestines,, Regulates the Ying and the Wei, Releases the Exterior, Replenishes Middle
Jiao, Sedates Rebellious Qi, Softens Hard Masses, Strengthens Spleen & Stomach Qi, Strengthens
the Body, Supports the Normal Qi, Tonifies Kidney Qi and Yang, Tonifies Lung Qi, Tonifies Qi
and Blood, Tonifies Wei Qi, Tonifies Ying Qi, Transforms Damp
INDICATIONS:
abcessed breast
abdominal pain & distension
acute & chronic enteritis
acute & chronic gastritis
acute pancreatitis
allergies (skin type, food allergies, & hayfever)
anemia
asthma
constipation or diarrhea
difficult urination
diseases of the reproductive system
edema of the limbs
enuresis
general weakness
hemiplegia
hypertension (w/LI 11 for excess yang)
indigestion and other disorders of the digestive system (gas, belching, vomiting, bloating)
jaundice
loss of urine
neurasthenia
seizures
shock
ulcers
vomiting (major)
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.2 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS: With Lu 7 & LI 4 to build the basic energy of the body
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: One of few points that builds Qi and Blood: dizziness, fatigue
Major point for building Wei Qi: Qi xu symptoms-- weakness, fatigue, depressed immune
system
Major point for digestive problems: regulates secretion of HCL; increases production of pepsin
Main point for hemiplegia/leg problems
Also gets rid of wind & damp
Nei Jing: "For excess or deficiency of yin or yang...for all troubles of the Wei Qi."
Deficiency constipation
Important for breast problems
CAM: mental disorders, depression, withdrawn, nervousness
Edema
Menstrual depression/ PMS
eye problems decreasing vision
deficiency headache

St 35 "Eyes of the Knee" Xiyan

LOCATION: With the knee flexed, the point is at the lower border of the patella, below the patella
and lateral to the patellar ligament.
IMAGE: "Xiyan" or "Eyes of the knee" actually refers to using both points on either side of the
patella together; when just the lateral point is used, the point is called "Dubi," or "Calf's Nose." This
refers also to the depressions on either side of the patella, which are said to look like nostrils, with
the entire front of the knee giving the impression of a calf's nose.
FUNCTIONS: Dispels Cold, Stops Swelling, Dispels Wind, Invigorates Channels, Stops Pain,
Smoothes Function of Joints, Benefits Knees, Cleans Heat
INDICATIONS:
diseases of the knee & surrounding soft tissue
leg Qi (edema)
pain of the knee
paralysis of lower limb
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

St 34 "Ridge Mound" Liangqiu

Xi Cleft
LOCATION: When the knee is flexed, the point is 2 cun above the laterosuperior border of the
patella
IMAGE: Also translated as "Grain Mound," a reference to the stomach being the "granary" of the
body and a reference to the "mound" of the rectus femoris muscle, through which the Stomach
channel Qi passes
FUNCTIONS: Pacifies the Stomach
Clears the channels
Clears heat
Clears the Channels
Expels wind and dampness
Harmonizes Middle
Invigorates Collaterals
Regulates Stomach
Sedates Pain
Sedates Rebellious Qi
INDICATIONS:
diarrhea
diseases of the knee & surrounding soft tissues
gastritis
mastitis (often used)
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 1.0 - 1.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: For excess & hot Stomach problems: pain and burning in upper stomach, heartburn,
hiatal hernias, ulcer
mastitis point: excess in channel
blood in the stool
varicose veins
blood in the urine (sometimes)
Dr. Voll: varicose veins (good results)
excessive appetite

St 33 "Yin's Market" Yinshi

LOCATION: When the knee is flexed, the point is 3 cun above the superiolateral border of the
patella, on the line joining the superiolateral border of the patella and the anterior superior iliac spine
IMAGE: Qi and Blood are said to meet at St 33, in much the same way as food and goods are
brought together at a market. "Yin" may also be a reference to the fact that the stomach channel
passes through the yin (front) part of the torso.
FUNCTIONS: Benefits the joints, Clears the channels, Dispels Wind & Cold, Invigorates the
Collaterals
INDICATIONS:
arthritis of knee
paralysis of lower limb
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
OTHER: Parkinson's disease
weak legs

St 32 "Hidden Rabbit" Futu

LOCATION: On the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and lateral border of the
patella, 6 cun above the laterosuperior border of the patella, in m. rectus femoris
IMAGE: Also translated as "crouching rabbit" or "prostrate rabbit." A reference to the rectus
femoris muscle, which is said to resemble a crouching rabbit.
FUNCTIONS:, Cleans Heat, Disperses Wind, Invigorates Channels, Transforms Damp, Warms
Channels & Dispels Cold
INDICATIONS:
arthritis of the knee
leg Qi (edema)
numbness of the lower limb
pain in the waist & groin
paralysis of lower limb
urticaria
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 1.0 - 1.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Sometimes for genital herpes
measles when rash manifests on thighs
local hives or herpes
classically not recommended to moxa

St 31 "Hip's Hinge" Biguan

LOCATION: At the crossing point of the line dawn directly down from the anterior superior iliac
spine and the line level with the lower border of the symphisis pubis, in the depression on the lateral
side of m. sartorius, when the thigh is flexed.
IMAGE: Refers to the point's proximity to the hip
FUNCTIONS: To get the legs moving
Benefits the Hips
Cleans Heat
Clears Channels & Invigorates Collaterals
Dispels Cold
Dispels Wind & Damp
Invigorates Qi & Blood
Strengthens the Legs
Warms the channels
INDICATIONS:
arthritis of the knee
atrophy or blockage of muscles of thigh and buttock
inhibited movement of the leg muscles due to
low back pain
low back pain and Cold in the knees
lymphadenitis of the inguinal lymph glands
numbness of the leg
paralysis of lower limb
sinew tension
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 1.0 - 1.5 cun. Strong sensation down the leg recommended for wei
syndrome
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Main point for leg paralysis (wei syndrome)

St 30 "Pouring Qi" Qichong

Sea of Nourishment point
LOCATION: 5 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 2.
IMAGE: Refers to the strong movement of Qi through this point. "Chong" is also the name for the
Penetrating channel, which passes through this point.
FUNCTIONS: Harmonizes the Ying & Blood, Nourishes and Benefits the Lower Yin
(Orifices), Nourishes the Jing, Regulates Qi & Blood, Warms Lower Jiao & Womb, Regulates
Menses & Chong Mo, Invigorates & Holds the Blood, Helps release Yuan Qi,
Harmonizes the Bladder, Relaxes the Tendons, Dispels Cold, Lifts the Middle Qi
INDICATIONS:
colic
diseases of the reproductive organs
disorders related to childbirth
excessive bleeding (gyn or digestive)
hernia
infertility
pain in the penis or testicles
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 1.0 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS: With Lu 9 for post-partum depression
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Sea of Nourishment point: used a lot for digestive problems. Builds up the body's
ability to transform and transport food. If energy is rushing upwards, helps to pull it down. (The
infamous "Running Piggies.")
vomiting blood
excessive perspiration-- closes the pores & increases the Wei Qi
good for post-partum depression with Lu 9

St 29 "Return" Guilai

LOCATION: 4 cun below the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to Ren 3
IMAGE: Refers to the point's function of "returning" the menstrual cycle to a normal rhythm; also
to its function of "returning" prolapsed uterus & anus to their proper positions. St 29 is also in the
area where the divergent channel is said to "return" to the primary channel.
FUNCTIONS: Remove Blood stasis in the Lower Burner (uterus), Regulates Menses, Warms the
Uterus, Regulates Lower Jiao, Clears Lower Jiao Damp Heat, Raises Middle Qi
INDICATIONS:
colic
endometritis
impotence
infertility
inflammation of the adnexa (PID)
irregular menstruation
lack of menses
orchitis
vaginal discharge
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.2 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: More for cold conditions and gynecological conditions than St 28 (not as good for
Herpes)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease/ endometriosis prostatitis/impotence-- good results
uterine prolapse/tilted uterus

St 28 "Waterway" Shuidao

LOCATION: 3 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 4
IMAGE: Refers to the point's function of regulating waterways & urinary system.
FUNCTIONS: Cools Damp Heat and benefits the Bladder
Dispels Damp
Eliminates Urinary Stones
Harmonizes the fluid pathway
Opens Lower Burner
Regulates the Menses
Stops pain
INDICATIONS:
ascites
cystitis
distension & fullness in the lower abdomen
heat & constriction in the lower burner
lack of urine
nephritis
orchitis
pain leading to the genitals
urinary retention
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.2 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Commonly used for UTI's
Maciocia: For any menstrual problem due to Qi and Blood stagnation

St 27 "The Great" Daju

LOCATION: 2 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 5
IMAGE: Also translated as "Great Fullness." A reference to the abdomen, which is sometimes
compared to a barn in its ability to store large quantities inside itself.
FUNCTIONS: Tonifies Kidney Qi, Strengthens Yang
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain
cystitis
intestinal obstruction
retention of urine
spermatorrhea
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.2 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Used more for menstrual pains
premature ejaculation
impotence

St 26 "Outer Mound" Wailing

LOCATION: 1 cun below the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 7
IMAGE: Also translated as Outer Mound. A reference to the point's location on the border of the
"mound" of the area below the navel.
FUNCTIONS: Moves Qi, Sedates Pain, Dispels Cold
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain
hernia
painful menstruation
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.2 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

St 25 "Heaven's Axis" Tianshu

Front Mu point of the Large Intestine
LOCATION: 2 cun lateral to the center of the umbilicus.
IMAGE: A reference to the point's proximity to the umbilicus, a place where the spirit and life force
(which can be associated with heaven) enters the fetus. Tianshu is also the name of a specific star
considered a pivoting point between the sky & earth.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates & facilitates the functioning of the Intestines,
Regulates Qi and eliminates stagnation
Clears Intestinal Damp Heat, Regulates Spleen/Stomach, Dispels Damp, Tonifies Spleen Yang,
Supports and warms the middle, Builds Fluids, Benefits Stomach Qi & Yin, Tonifies Ying Qi,
Regulates Channels, Moves Qi, Calms rebellious Qi, stops vomiting, Regulates blood and relieves
pain, Clears Urinary Stones, Regulates the menses, Removes Parasites
INDICATIONS:
abdominal obstruction or lumps due to accumulation of Qi or Blood (could be gas)
abdominal pain
acute and chronic gastritis or enteritis
constipation
dripping of turbid urine
dysentery (and diarrhea)
endometritis
infertility
intestinal paralysis (from sluggish bowels to ileus)
irregular menstruation
low back pain (not a major point)
peritonitis
roundworm in the intestinal tract
vaginal discharge with blood (not major)
vomiting (from food stagnation)
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.0 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Especially good for abdominal distension and stagnation
Important point for dysentery & diarrhea
Abdominal pains of a gynecological nature
excellent for colitis/ blood in the stools
can also be used for duodenal ulcers
irritable bowel syndrome, colitis
food stagnation

St 24 "Door of Slippery Flesh" Huaroumen

LOCATION: 1 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 9
IMAGE: A reference to the smooth flesh of the tongue and intestines. This point is classically said
to treat disorders of both the tongue & intestines.
FUNCTIONS: Sedates Mind and Calms the spirit, Regulates GI System
INDICATIONS:
chronic & acute gastritis
insanity
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.0 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: CAM: Mental disorders
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:
"Sour Stomach = Sour Mind."

St 23 "Great Yi" Taiyi

LOCATION: 2 cun above the umbilicus , 2 cun lateral to Ren 10
IMAGE: Taiyi means "great coils," a reference to the intestines. Taiyi is also a classical reference to
an undifferentiated state of the world, which was said to exist long ago, when there was no clear
division between the sky and the earth. In much the same way the pure & impure contents of the
digestive system are said to be not yet separated at this point.
FUNCTIONS: Clears Heart, Sedates Mind and calms the Spirit, Harmonizes Stomach &
Intestines, Regulates Middle Jiao, Invigorates Spleen
INDICATIONS:
beriberi
enuresis
hernia
insanity
intestinal pain
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.7 - 1.0 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES: mental disorders: schizophrenia, mania, withdrawal
POINT COMBINATIONS:
OTHER:

St 22 "Gate" Guanmen

LOCATION: 3 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 11
IMAGE: Perhaps another reference to the "gateway" of the stomach
FUNCTIONS: Clears stagnation in Stomach and Intestines, Stops Pain, Invigorates Spleen, Moves
Qi
INDICATIONS:
abdominal distension
diarrhea
edema
intestinal noises
lack of appetite
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.8 - 1.0 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

St 21 "Door of the Beam" Liangmen

LOCATION: 4 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 12.
IMAGE: "Men" is a reference to the lower esophageal sphincter at the hiatus of the Stomach,
through which food must pass. This point is also a "door" through which the Middle Qi can be
regulated. "Beam" is possibly a reference to the diaphragm.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates the middle energy
Harmonizes the stomach & intestines
Disperses stagnation, Calms rebellious Qi and stops vomiting, Clears middle jiao heat, Benefits
the spleen yang and raises the yang qi, Tonifies Spleen and improves Digestion, Moves Qi and
relieves pain, Regulates the upper & lower jiao
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain caused by accumulated Qi (specific to this point)
acute & chronic gastritis
colic
diarrhea
nervous dysfunction of the stomach
prolapsed anus
stomach ulcers
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.8 - 1.0 cun.
OTHER: "Door that regulates upper and lower burners"- - but Ren 12 is used more often
hiatal hernia
undigested food in the stool CAM: anorexia
prolapses: stomach, anal
Liver Qi stagnation
Liver attacking Stomach syndromes

St 20 "Support Fullness" Chengman

LOCATION: 5 cun above the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to Ren 13
IMAGE: Also translated as "Hold Flatulence." A reference to the point's function of treating
flatulence. St 20 is also just below the stomach, and so can be said to "support" a full stomach.
FUNCTIONS: Harmonizes the Middle, Regulates Stomach, Calms Rebellious Qi
INDICATIONS:
acute & chronic gastritis
colic
indigestion
intestinal noises
stomach-ache
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 0.8 cun.
OTHER:

St 19 "Uncontainable" Burong

LOCATION: 6 cun above the navel, 2 cun lateral to Ren 14
IMAGE: This point is classically said to be used when the stomach can't keep food down.
FUNCTIONS: Harmonizes Middle, Regulates Stomach & Spleen, Moves Qi
INDICATIONS:
gastrectasis
intercostal neuralgia
stomach-ache
vomiting
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.5 - 0.8 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: shrugging shoulders to breathe

St 18 "Breast's Root" Rugen

Great Luo of the Stomach
LOCATION: Directly below the nipple in the 5th intercostal space
IMAGE: An anatomical reference
FUNCTIONS: Regulates Qi & Blood, Regulates Stomach Qi, Clears the Heart, Relaxes Chest,
Spreads Lung Qi and Opens Lungs, Moves the Blood, Benefits Depression,
Improves Lactation
INDICATIONS:
bronchitis
insufficient lactation
mastitis
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: The Great Luo of the Stomach, where the pulse is said to "throb ceaselessly beneath the
hand"
retention of afterbirth

St 17 "Middle of Breast" Ruzhong

LOCATION: In the middle of the nipple.
FUNCTIONS:
INDICATIONS:
This point is used primarily as a physical mark in finding other points.
NEEDLING: Do not needle or moxa.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

St 16 "Breast's Window" Yingchuang

LOCATION: In the 3rd intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the Ren meridian
IMAGE: An anatomical reference
FUNCTIONS: Opens Lung, Stops Cough, Stops Pain, Relaxes Chest, Reduces Swelling, Cleans
Heat, Moves Qi and Clears Depression
INDICATIONS:
asthma
bronchitis
diarrhea
intercostal neuralgia
intestinal noises
mastitis
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

St 15 "Room Screen" Wuyi

LOCATION: In the 2nd intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the Ren meridian
IMAGE: Also translated as "Roof Screen," the point's location is at the "roof" of the breast.
FUNCTIONS: Clears Wind, Clears Lung Heat, Regulates Qi, Stops Pain
INDICATIONS:
bronchitis
intercostal neuralgia
mastitis
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: itching with pain

St 14 "Storehouse" Kufang

LOCATION: In the 1st intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the Ren meridian.
IMAGE: This area is a "storehouse" for Lung Qi.
FUNCTIONS: Relaxes the Chest
Clears Lung Heat, Opens Lung, Regulates Lung Qi
INDICATIONS:
bronchitis
intercostal neuralgia
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

St 13 "Qi's Gate" Qihu

LOCATION: At the lower border of the middle of the clavicle, 4 cun lateral to the Ren meridian.
IMAGE: A reference to the Qi of the channel
FUNCTIONS: Cleans Heat
Opens the chest & relaxes the diaphragm
Regulates the Lung Qi
INDICATIONS:
asthma
bronchitis
hiccoughs
intercostal neuralgia
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun. Avoid deep insertion.
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:

St 12 "Empty Basin" Quepen

LOCATION: In the midpoint of the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the Ren meridian.
IMAGE: A reference to the supraclavicular fossa
FUNCTIONS: Opens Lung, Moves Qi Down, Clears Channels, Invigorates Collaterals, Regulates
Qi & Blood, Suppresses Rebellious Lung Qi
INDICATIONS:
asthma
hiccoughs
intercostal neuralgia
scrofula
NEEDLING: 0.3 - 0.5 cun. Avoid puncturing the artery. Avoid deep insertion. Needle with
extreme caution.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
J.C. Darrus:
insomnia from nervousness, over excitation or worry,
dislikes any tightness or squeezing around neck or waist,
logorrhea (insane babbling), grimacing
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Needle with extreme caution

St 11 "Qi's Residence" Qishe

LOCATION: At the superior border of the sternal extremity of the clavicle, between the sternal and
clavicular heads of m. sternocleidomastoideus.
IMAGE: A reference to the channel Qi
FUNCTIONS: Regulates Qi, Calms Rebellious Qi
Invigorates Blood, Relaxes Muscles & Tendons, Invigorates Channels, Clears & Regulates
Pharynx
INDICATIONS:
asthma
goiter
pharyngitis
scrofula
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Dr. Voll: for thymus gland
chronic immune system problems

St 10 "Water Prominence" Shuitu

LOCATION: Midway between St 9 and St 11, on the anterior border of the
sternocleidomastoideus
IMAGE: Also translated as "Water and Grain Hole," i.e., the "hole" (esophagus) through which
water & grain pass. "Water" may also refer to the nearby carotid artery, which if palpated is said to
resemble the movement of water.
FUNCTIONS: Opens the Throat
Regulates Lung Qi, Regulates Pharynx
INDICATIONS:
asthma
diseases of the vocal cords
goiter
sore throat
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
OTHER: Dr. Voll: Thyroid problems

St 9 "Man's Welcome" Renying

Window of Sky
Sea of Energy
LOCATION: At the level of the tip of the Adam's apple, just over the carotid artery, on the anterior
border of m. sternocleidomastoideus
IMAGE: In ancient Chinese cosmology, there was heaven and earth, with man situated in the
middle. The upper body was associated with heaven, the middle of the body with man, and the lower
body with earth. Thus St 9 is situated between "Heaven" and "man" and signifies "man's welcome"
into heaven.
FUNCTIONS: Regulates the blood and Qi
Benefits the throat
Clears Heat, Spreads Lung Qi and Stops Wheezing
Moistens the Throat, Reduces Swelling
Softens Hard Masses (goiter)
INDICATIONS:
asthma
cough & wheezing
delirium
distension & soreness in the throat
goiter
high or low blood pressure
scrofula
speech impediment
swellings on the neck
swollen throat
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun. Avoid puncturing the artery.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Not a major point for asthma/wheezing
good for thyroid problems in general: hyper or hypothyroid
good local point for sore throat
classically not recommended to moxa
AVOID PUNCTURING THE ARTERY