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.