BL-37, Yīn Mén, 殷门, Gate of Abundance

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Location
Lies between the hamstring muscles along the line between BL36 and BL40. 6 cun distal to BL-36. 8 cun proximal to BL-40.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.5 to 1 cun
Description: 1 to 2 cun. Perpendicular insertion. 
Caution:
Notes
Energetics 1
Relief pain: pain in lumbar, thigh, and lower limbs. Muscle atrophy of lower limbs.
Energetics 2
Sciatica
Energetics 3
Watery diarrhea
Energetics 4
Energetics 5
Energetics 6

 

Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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