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This point, at the sacral hiatus, benefits the lower back, regulates the Du Mai and treats haemorrhoids and menstrual disorders.
Location
On the sacrum, in the sacral hiatus.
Anatomy
At the sacral hiatus; the median sacral artery; the coccygeal nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Benefits the lower back and sacrum
- Regulates the Du Mai and menstruation
- Treats haemorrhoids
Indications
Lower back and sacral pain and stiffness, irregular menstruation, haemorrhoids, and weakness or paralysis of the lower limbs.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, oblique insertion upward.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With DU-3 and BL-23 for lower back disorders.
Classical Text References
A point of the Du Mai for the sacrum and lower orifices.
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.