REN-12, Zhōng Wǎn, 中脘, Central Venter

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Categories
Stomach Front Mu • Fu Hui Meeting Point • Meeting point of Ren, SI, SJ, ST channels
Location
Midline • 4 Cun above umbilicus
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.5 to 1 cun, 1 to 1.5 cun
Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.8 to 1.5 cun.
Caution: Peritoneal cavity in thin patients.
Notes
ST FRONT MU: digestive problems, Stomach excess or deficiency
Energetics 1
Resolve phlegm • Calm shen: mania, depression, anxiety
Energetics 2
FU HUI MEETING POINT: Stomach dominates the FU
Energetics 3
THREADING: Ren15 to Ren12 (Patient supine; puncture obliquely at about 15 degree angle; indicated for asthma, gastric pain, abdominal distension) • Ren12 To Ren11, Ren10 ( Patient prone; puncture obliquely with about 30 degree angle; indicated for abdominal distension, chronic and acute gastritis, nausea, diarrhea) [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint]

 

Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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