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This point, in the mid spine, harmonises the middle burner, strengthens the Spleen and Stomach and benefits the back.
Location
On the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10).
Anatomy
On the supraspinous and interspinous ligaments; the tenth intercostal arterial branch; the medial branch of the dorsal ramus of the tenth thoracic nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Harmonises the middle burner and strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
- Benefits the back
Indications
Stomach pain, poor appetite, jaundice, and back pain and stiffness.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, oblique upward insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With BL-20 and BL-21 for digestive disorders.
Classical Text References
A point of the Du Mai.
Cautions & Contraindications
Needle obliquely; the spinal cord lies deep.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
