Shu Stream: Wood
LOCATION: In the depression distal to the junction of the 2nd & 3rd metatarsal bones
IMAGE: Refers to the point's location in the "valley" formed by the 2nd & 3rd metatarsal bones.
Valley also implies an ability to hold water, a reference to the point's function of treating facial
edema.
FUNCTIONS:
Cleans Heat
Disperses Wind
Induces Diuresis
Regulates Stomach
Reverses Rebellious Qi
Strengthens Spleen
Transforms Damp
INDICATIONS:
abdominal pain
conjunctivitis
edema
facial edema
hysteria
intestinal noises
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.3 - 0.5 cun
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: used a lot for gas-- abdominal & belching
liver attacking earth syndrome
pre-ulcer
