LV-05, Lí Gōu, 蠡沟, Woodworm Canal
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| Categories |
| Luo Connecting Point |
| Location |
| 5 cun above the prominence of the medial malleolus. Immediately posterior to the medial crest of the tibia, between the medial crest of the tibia and the gastrocnemius muscle. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular, Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun, 1 to 1.5 cun, 1.5 to 2 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular 0.5 to 1 cun; Oblique proximally towards abdomen, 1 to 2 cun. |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| LUO: excess - priapism (persistent erection) • Deficiency - sudden genital itching • Rebellious Qi - hernia, genital swelling. • LUO connects to GB and genitals |
| Energetics 2 |
| genital itching, testicle pain and swelling, Shan disorder |
| Energetics 3 |
| Plumpit Qi, clear damp heat from lower jiao, regulate menses |
| Energetics 4 |
| Irregular menses, dysmenorrhea, uterus prolapse, scanty urine, UTI |
| Energetics 5 |
| Sexual trauma - Dr. Pollak |
| 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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