DU-03, Yāo Yáng Guān, 腰阳关, Lumbar Yang Gate
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| Categories |
| Location |
| In the depression inferior to the L4 spinous process. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun. |
| Caution: Spinal canal lies between 1.25 and 1.75 cun deep. |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| expel wind damp, regulate lower jiao, helps lumbar and lower extremities |
| Energetics 2 |
| limited ROM for knee and leg, disorders of lower limbs, bi zheng |
| Energetics 3 |
| dysmenorrhea, leucorrhea, impotence, seminal emissions |
| 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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