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GV-6 Spinal Center
脊中 〔脊中〕jǐ zhōng
Alternate names: 脊俞 jǐ shù, Spine Transport; 脊柱 jǐ zhù, Spine Pillar; 神宗 shén zōng, Spirit Gathering
Channel: GV, Governing (dū) Vessel
Modern location: An acupoint located on the upper back, inferior to the spinous process of the eleventh thoracic vertebra.
Classic location: Below the eleventh vertebra. (Yī Zōng Jīn Jiàn)
Local anatomy: The posterior branch of the eleventh intercostal artery. The medial branch of the posterior ramus of the eleventh thoracic nerve.
Action: Fortifies the spleen and disinhibits dampness; supplements the kidney and stems desertion; strengthens the lumbus.
Modern indications: Diarrhea; jaundice;
Classic indications: Prolapse of the rectum in children; stomach pain; drum distension; five hemorrhoids.
Needle stimulus: Needling: 0.3‒0.5 cùn sideways and upward oblique insertion.
Warning: Moxa contraindicated.
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