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This point, on the lower lateral abdomen, regulates the Dai Mai and lower burner and treats hernia and vaginal discharge.
Location
On the lower abdomen, anterior to the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS), 3 cun inferior to the level of the umbilicus.
Anatomy
On the oblique muscles; the superficial and deep circumflex iliac arteries; the iliohypogastric nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Regulates the Dai Mai and the lower burner
- Treats hernia and benefits the genitals
Indications
Abnormal vaginal discharge, lower abdominal pain, hernia, and constipation.
Needling
0.8-1.2 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With GB-26 and GB-28 for vaginal discharge and lower-burner disorders.
Classical Text References
A 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.