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
