LV-01, Dà Dūn, 大敦, Big Mound

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Jing-Well PointHorary Point
Location
At intersection between the lateral border of the nail and the nail base, about 0.1 cun from the nail corner.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.1 to 0.2 cun, Prick to bleed
Description: Perpendicular or oblique insertion directed proximally 0.1 to 0.2 cun or puncture skin to bleed.
Caution:
Notes
Energetics 1
JING-WELL POINT: Windstroke loss of consciousness, mania-depression, bitter taste, heart pain, nonstop nosebleed, sighing, freight
Energetics 2
Bloody urine, UTI, urinary dysfunction, enuresis, frequent urination, dysuria
Energetics 3
Menses disorders, menorrhagia, nonstop uterine bleeding, irregular menses, prolapse of uterine, genital swelling and pain, genital retraction
Energetics 4
Shan (hernia) disorders: 5 types: 1) Han/Cold (excess/xu) 2) Shui/Watery (damp cold/damp heat) 3)Qi Xu or LV qi stagnation 4) Hu/Foxy (disappears and reappears) 5) Tui/hard (phlegm/blood stasis/tumor).
Energetics 5
Energetics 6

 

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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