GB-39, Xuán Zhōng, 悬钟, Suspended Bell
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Categories |
Hui-Meeting Point of Marrow |
Location |
Above the ankle joint, 3 cun superior to the prominence of the lateral malleolus, between the posterior border of the fibula and the tendons of peroneus longus and brevis. Locate one handbreadth proximal to the prominence of the lateral malleolus. |
Needling |
Type: Perpendicular Depth: 1 to 1.5 cun |
Description: Perpendicular insertion 1 to 1.5 cun. |
Caution: |
Notes |
Energetics 1 |
HUI of MARROW: weakness, pain, faccidity and contraction of limbs, bone marrow blood deficiency and anemia, bone problems with fracture and osteoporosis, poor memory and concentration |
Energetics 2 |
Migraines, neck pain |
Energetics 3 |
THREADING: SP6 to GB39 (Patient supine or sitting on chair; puncture perpendicularly; indicated for abdominal distension, diarrhea, irregular menstruation, foot pain and weakness, sciatic pain, stiff neck) [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint] |
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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