ST-37, Shàng Jù Xū, 上 巨 虚, Upper Great Void
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| Categories |
| Lower He-Sea point of Large Intestine • Sea of Blood point |
| Location |
| 3.0 cun inferior to ST36 • One finger breadth lateral to the anterior tibia crest |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular, Oblique Depth: 1 to 1.5 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular or oblique insertion 1 to 1.5 cun |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| LOWER HE-SEA POINT of LI: Constipation, diarrhea. LI is in charge of the trash. If trash isn’t taken out well, then you have constipation and diarrhea (mostly use for this). |
| Energetics 2 |
| STOMACH problems: nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, belching, hiccups |
| Energetics 3 |
| Chong channel problems |
| Energetics 4 |
| Local problems: leg pain, limited movement |
| Energetics 5 |
| THREADING: ST36 to ST37 (Patient supine or sitting on chair; puncture obliquely at about 45 degree angle; indicated for chronic or acute gastritis, hypertension, toothache, low appetite, dysmenorrhea) [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. PowerPoint] |
| 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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