Sunday, November 6, 2016

SJ 4 "Pool of Yang" Yangqi Source Point


LOCATION: On the transverse crease of the dorsum of the wrist, in the depression lateral to the
tendon of m. extensor digitorum communis
IMAGE: This point is in a "pool" formed by the ulna and carpal bones on the Yang side of the
arm.
FUNCTIONS: Relaxes the sinews, Clears the channels, Relieves Heat
Benefits the Ear, Boosts and Regulates Qi, Clears Collaterals, Dispels Wind & Fire, Drains Damp
Heat, Moistens Dryness, Regulates Stomach
INDICATIONS:
common cold (especially Heat)
deafness
malaria
pain & diseases of soft tissues of wrist
red eyes & swollen
thirst & dryness in mouth
throat blockage
tidal fevers
tonsillitis
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER:
deafness & tinnitus-- SJ 3 more common
sometimes for diabetes
CAM: deficiency amenorrhea
moxa on left side to build Yang of body