HE-08, Shǎo Fǔ, 少 府, Lesser Palace

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Ying-Spring PointHorary Point
Location
On the palm • In the depression between the 4th and 5th metacarpal bones • Where the tip of the little finger rests when a fist is made • This point generally lies between the two transverse palmar creases
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.3 to 0.5 cun
Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 cun
Caution:
Notes
Energetics 1
Clear HT heat • Tongue ulcers • Bad breath (ST-44 is better) • Excess Shen problems from HT heat
Energetics 2
Lower jiao problems • Urinary problems • Genital organ issues • Treats Heart fire transferring to SI and BL • Uterine prolapse • Chest tightness and pain
Energetics 3
THREADING: SJ3 to HT8 (Patient pronated forearm, relaxed hand; puncture from SJ3 to HT8; indicated for Tinnitus, deafness, heart palpitation, finger numbness, stiff neck, headaches) • LI3 to P8, H8, SI3 ( Patient loose fist; puncture from LI3 to P8, H8, SI3 indicated for toothache, Bell’s palsy, LBP, stiff neck, hiccup, headaches, unable to unclinch hand (stroke patients clinch fist - put needle in, twist needle, then hand will loosen naturally) [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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