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This is the meeting point with the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel). It regulates the Dai Mai, benefits the uterus and is a principal point for vaginal discharge.
Location
On the lateral abdomen, directly below the free end of the eleventh rib, level with the umbilicus.
Anatomy
On the external and internal oblique and transversus abdominis; the subcostal artery; the subcostal nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Regulates the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)
- Benefits the uterus and regulates menstruation
- Resolves damp-heat and stops vaginal discharge
Indications
Abnormal vaginal discharge, irregular menstruation, lower abdominal pain, prolapse of the uterus, and weakness and pain of the lumbar region.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With GB-41 (Confluent point of the Dai Mai) and SP-6 for vaginal discharge.
Classical Text References
The meeting point with the Dai Mai.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
