LOCATION: 1.5 cun lateral to l-5
IMAGE: Suggests a relationship to Ren 4, the "Hinge at the Source."
FUNCTIONS: Regulates the lower jiao,
Clears Dampness & stagnation
Benefits the low back & knees
Benefits the Large Intestine
Clears Obstructions
Dispels Wind & Cold
Moistens Intestines
Reduces Abdominal Fullness
Tonifies Spleen Qi
Transforms Damp Heat
INDICATIONS:
anemia
Chronic enteritis
chronic peritonitis
cystitis
diabetes
emaciation & thirst
enuresis
frequent or painful urination
low back pain
NEEDLING: Perpendicularly 0.8-1.2 cun.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL USES:
POINT COMBINATIONS:
ANCIENT USES:
OTHER: Related to Ren 4
Used allot for low back problems - - common place for disc involvement. Good for Spleen Qi
deficient with back problems.
For diabetes-- has to do with damp
Has deficiency building, tonic properties-- for anemia. Also used allot for urinary problems.
Mann: uterine spasm
painful menses
J.C. Darrus:
All pelvic circulatory diseases
