NAME
JIANLI
LOCATION
3 cun superior to the umbilicus, on the anterior midline.
On the midline of the abdomen, 3 cun above the umbilicus and 5 cun below the sternocostal angle.
NEEDLING
Straight insertion 1 to 1.5 cun.
Puncture perpendicularly 0.5 to 1.2 cun.
Moxibustion is applicable.
Perpendicular insertion 0.8 to 1.5 cun.
Caution: in thin patients, deep needling may penetrate the peritoneal cavity.
COMMAND FUNCTIONS
Meeting point with the REN, Stomach, Small Intestine, Liver and Spleen channels
ACTIONS
Regulates and strengthens the Spleen
Tonifies Ying Qi
Harmonizes the Middle Jiao
Regulates Qi
Transforms Dampness
Descends Rebellious Qi
Promotes the rotting and ripening of the Stomach
INDICATIONS
Gastritis
Ascites
Abdominal pain and swelling
Edema
Vomiting
Fullness and distention in the epigastrium
Epigastric pain
Generalized swelling of the body
Pain in the Intestines
Dyspepsia
Peritonitis
Lower abdominal spasms
No pleasure in eating
Stomach ache due to Food Stagnation
Anorexia
Indigestion
Borborygmus
Chest pain
Nausea
Angina pectoris
Gastric pain
Poor digestion
Pain in the Heart with a sensation of Qi rising to the upper body
Cholera
Sudden turmoil disorder
COMBINATIONS
| PC-6 Neiguan | REN-9 Shuifen | |
| Oppression of the chest | Edema of the abdomen with drum-like distention |
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Contraindicated for moxibustion during pregnancy.
NOTES
This point is widely used for Stomach problems, to promote digestion and Descend Qi. It is better for Excess conditions.