DU-26, Rén Zhōng, 人中, Man's Middle

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Categories
Ghost Point • Meeting Point of DU, LI, ST
Location
On the upper 1/3 of the philtrum
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.5 to 1 cun
Description: 0.3 to 0.5 cun oblique insertion directed upward .
Caution:
Notes
Energetics 1
Coma, childhood fright, fainting • psycho-emotional disorders with mania or depression • diabetes, thirst, edema, jaundice • nasal issues with congestion, discharge, lack of smell • face deviation, mouth deviation, hypertension, headache, chills, fever
Energetics 2
BACK PAIN: lumbar and spine stiffness/pain, distal point particularly if pain is on the midline or starting from the midline and spread out [GM]
Energetics 3
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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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