LOCATION: In the center of the umbilicus
IMAGE: Also has the name Shenqu, or "Spirit Palace Gate;" The Shen or spirit is said to enter a
fetus through the gate of the navel via the umbilical cord.
FUNCTIONS: Warms & Stabilizes the Yang
Strengthens the Transporting function of the Spleen & Stomach
Dries Damp & Damp Cold, Regulates Intestines, Reduces Stagnation in Digestion, Regulates
Waterways
INDICATIONS:
acute & chronic enteritis
apoplexy
chronic diarrhea
continuous diarrhea
edema
heat stroke or exhaustion
intestinal noises & pain
intestinal tuberculosis
loss of consciousness
prolapsed anus
prolapsed anus
shock resulting from intestinal adhesions
simultaneous vomiting & diarrhea
NEEDLING: Prohibited
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: This point is not needled
Not directly moxa'd. Moxa over sand or slice of ginger or salt. More for middle burner yang xu.
Most common use is for loose stools/ diarrhea
Also for fatigue
