SI-02, Qián Gǔ, 前谷, Front Valley

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Categories
Ying-Spring Point • Water Point
Location
On the ulnar border of the little finger, in a depression just distal to the metacarpo-phalangeal joint.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular, Oblique    Depth:  0.2 to 0.3 cun, 0.3 to 0.5 cun
Description: i. Oblique distal insertion 0.2 to 0.3 cun; ii. Perpendicular-oblique insertion towards the palm, 0.5 cun. 
Caution:
Notes
Clears wind-heat and reduces swelling • Benefits the eyes, ears and throat • Activates the channel and alleviates pain
Energetics 1
Channel heat (mumps, tinnitus, throat pain, deafness) • Yang channel issues
Energetics 2
SI Channel issues: eyes • ears • Face (Bell's Palsy • TMJ • Acne) Nose (congestion)
Energetics 3
Occipital / Tai Yang headaches
Energetics 4
Psycho-emotional disorders of HT and SI fire
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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