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GV-8 Sinew Contraction
筋缩 〔筋縮〕jīn suō
Alternate names: 筋束 jīn shù, Sinew Binder
Channel: GV, Governing (dū) Vessel
Modern location: An acupoint located on the upper back, inferior to the spinous process of the ninth thoracic vertebra.
Classic location: Below the ninth vertebra. (Yī Zōng Jīn Jiàn)
Local anatomy: The posterior branch of the ninth intercostal artery. The medial branch of the posterior ramus of the ninth thoracic nerve.
Action: Fortifies the spleen and harmonizes the stomach; strengthens the lumbar and boosts the kidney; relieves pain and quiets the spirit.
Modern indications: Epilepsy; stiffness of the spinal column; stomach pain.
Classic indications: Withdrawal disease; dizziness; loss of speech; visceral agitation (zàng zào);
Needle stimulus: Needling: 0.3‒0.5 cùn sideways and upward oblique insertion. Moxa: 3‒7 cones; pole 5‒10 min.
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