NAME

ZHONGSHU

LOCATION

On the midline of the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra.

NEEDLING

Perpendicular-oblique superior insertion, 0.5 to 1 cun.
Caution: The spinal column lies between 1.25 and 1.75 cun deep to the skin surface, varying according to body build.
Slanted insertion, 0.5 to 1 cun.
Puncture perpendicularly, 0.5 to 1 cun.
Moxibustion is applicable.

COMMAND FUNCTIONS

ACTIONS

Benefits the spine
Benefits the Middle Jiao

INDICATIONS

Pain and stiffness of the lumbar region and back
Abdominal fullness
Anorexia
Jaundice
Amenorrhea
Stomach ache
Cholecystitis
Diminishing vision
Pain in the epigastric region
Indigestion

COMBINATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS

According to one classical text, moxibustion is contraindicated.

NOTES

This is considered a strength point.

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