SJ-06, Zhī Gōu, 支沟, Branch Ditch
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| Categories |
| Jing-River Point • Horary Point |
| Location |
| 1 cun from SJ-5. 3 cun proximal to SJ-4, in the depression between the radius and the ulna, on the radial side of the extensor digitorum communis muscle. SJ-5 to SJ-9 are located in the middle between ulnar and radius except for SJ-7 • Use proportional measurements. |
| Needling |
| Type: Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun, 1 to 1.5 cun |
| Description: i. Slightly oblique insertion towards the ulnar side or oblique proximal or distal insertion towards the elbow or wrist respectively, 0.5 to 1.5 cun; ii. Joined by through-needling to P-5. |
| Caution: movement of the patient's arm or hand after needling may bent a needle. |
| Notes |
| Primarily used for the symptoms of constipation |
| Energetics 1 |
| clear heat in san jiao: constipation, sudden turmoil disorder |
| Energetics 2 |
| Wind Bi -pain that moves: shoulder, arm, back, axilla, elbow, hand; hand trembling and numbness, hemiplegia, pain in abdomen, heart, chest, lateral costals |
| Energetics 3 |
| wind heat, voice loss, sore throat, red eyes, fever no sweat |
| Energetics 4 |
| THREADING: SJ6 to P5 or P5 to SJ6 (Patient forearm supinated or pronated; Puncture slowly either direction; indicated for arm pain, hypochondrium pain, nausea, constipation, irritability, annoyance, worries) • SJ5 To SJ6 ( Patient pronated forearm; puncture obliquely with 45 degree angle, indicated for upper extremity pain, epilepsy, nausea, tinnitus) [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint] |
| 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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