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
