SP-15, Dà Héng, 大 横, Great Horizontal

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Categories
Spleen and Yin Linking vessel meeting point
Location
On the abdomen • In the depression at the lateral border of the rectus abdominis muscle • Level with the umbilicus • Located 4 cun lateral to the midline, and on the abdomen the 4 cun line is located at the lateral border of the rectus abdominis muscle.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.5 to 1 cun
Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun. 
Caution: Peritoneal cavity • An enlarged spleen or liver
Notes
Energetics 1
DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS - constipation/diarrhea +ST25
Energetics 2
Weight loss - especially in the abdominal area (thread SP15 and ST25)
Energetics 3
PSYCHO-EMOTIONAL DISORDERS
Energetics 4
THREADING: SP15 to SP14, ST25, REN9(Patient supine; puncture horizontally; indicated for lower abdominal digestive symptoms)[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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