DU-24, Shén Tíng, 神庭, Spirit Courtyard
Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice
| Categories |
| Meeting Point of DU, BL, and ST |
| Location |
| 0.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline. 4.5 cun anterior to DU20. 0.5 cun anterior to DU23 |
| Needling |
| Type: Transverse Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Transverse insertion 0.5 to 1 cun. |
| Caution: Some older texts said this point should not be needled |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| expel wind: wind dizziness, head wind, headache and chills/fever, head cold, opisthotonos, wind epilepsy |
| Energetics 2 |
| incessant nasal drip, nasal congestion, nosebleed, dyspnea, eye issues with lacrimation and poor vision |
| Energetics 3 |
| calm shen: mania or depression |
| Energetics 4 |
| DU23 to DU24 (Patient supine or sitting on chair; horizontal threading or puncture oppositely; indicated for headaches, foggy head, poor memory, nasal bleeding, eye disorders) [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint] |
| 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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