BL-66, Zú Tōng Gǔ, 足通谷, Foot Connecting Valley
Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice
| Categories |
| Ying-Spring • Horary Point |
| Location |
| On the lateral side of the foot, in the depression anterior and inferior to the fifth metatarso-phalangeal joint • First locate BL-65, then run the finger over the prominence of the metatarso-phalangeal joint until it falls into the depression at the base of the little toe. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular, Oblique Depth: 0.2 to 0.3 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular-oblique insertion towards the sole 0.2 to 0.3 cun. |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| Clears the head: head heaviness, dizziness, neck pain |
| Energetics 2 |
| Descenda lung Qi: cough, dyspnea, chest fullness, mania |
| Energetics 3 |
| Descends stomach Qi: vomiting |
| 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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