Front Mu point of the Liver
LOCATION: Directly below the nipple, in the 6th intercostal space
IMAGE: Qimen is an old Chinese name for a military leader, whose function was similar to that of
the Liver as the "general" of the body. The name is also translated as "Gate of Hope" which refers
to Liv 14's use in resolving depression and emotional disturbances. Also translated as "Cycle Gate,"
in reference to it's being the last point on the 12 channels' circulation of Qi and Blood.
FUNCTIONS: Facilitates the spreading of Liver Qi
Transforms & Removes Congealed Blood
Dissolves Sputum & Reduces Masses, Expands & Relaxes the Chest, Improves Lactation,
Regulates Gall Bladder Qi, Strengthens Spleen & Stomach, Transforms Liver/GB Damp Heat
INDICATIONS:
chest pain
cholecystitis
distension around the ribs
enlarged liver
enlargement of the Spleen as a result of prolonged tidal fevers
failure to discharge the placenta
hepatitis
intercostal neuralgia
nervous dysfunction of the stomach
pleurisy
tidal fevers
vomiting
NEEDLING: Obliquely 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Main point for intercostal neuralgia/ shingles
CAM: hiccups, abdominal distension
problems with milk production
any liver disease
Dr. Voll associates this point with phrenic plexus, esp. the diaphragm
sometimes for motion sickness
Dr. So: for woman who feels pain in the vagina during intercourse.
Mann: belching, vomiting sour fluid, difficult delivery
Liv 14 affects Blood more-- Liv 13 affects Qi more
mental problems
emotional problems
a gate for Blood & Qi
all channels circulation begins and ends here
