BL-08, Luò Què, 络却, Declining Connection
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| Categories |
| None |
| Location |
| 1.5 cun posterior to BL-7, and 5.5 cun within the anterior hairline, 1.5 cun lateral to the midline • BL-8 is most easily located 1.5 cun lateral to and 0.5 cun posterior to DU-20 • To locate the anterior hairline if indistinct, see location note for BL-3 • Note that the distance from the anterior hairline at the midline to DU-20 is 5 cun. |
| Needling |
| Type: Transverse Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Transverse insertion 0.5 to 1 cun. |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| Calm Shen: depression, mania |
| Energetics 2 |
| Facial paralysis |
| Energetics 3 |
| Local problems: 1. headache, heaviness of head, dizziness 2. Eyes diseases 3. Nasal problems |
| Energetics 4 |
| 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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