SI-01, Shǎo Zé, 少泽, Lesser Marsh

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Categories
Jing-Well Point • Metal Point
Location
Ulnar side of pingy • On the dorsal aspect of the little finger, at the junction of lines drawn along the ulnar border of the nail and the base of the nail, approximately 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular, Oblique    Depth:  0.1 to 0.2 cun, Prick to bleed
Description: Perpendicular or oblique insertion directed proximally 0.1 to 0.2 cun, or prick to bleed. 
Caution:
Notes
Clears heat and benefits the sensory orifices • Revives consciousness • Promotes lactation and benefits the breasts
Energetics 1
JING-WeLL: BEST for POOR LACTATION • Mastitis • Fullness below the heart • Clear heat • Nosebleeds • Tongue ulcers • Mouth ulcers
Energetics 2
headache, dizziness, red eyes, sore throat
Energetics 3
SI channel issues: eyes • ears (tinitus, hearing) • stiff neck, pain in shoulder, upper arm, elbow, hands, pinky finger
Energetics 4
Face (Bell's Palsy • TMJ • Acne • Congested nose)
Energetics 5
Occipital/ Tai Yang headaches
Energetics 6
Pyscho-emotional disorders (HT heat and SI fire)

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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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