GB-21, Jiān jǐng, 肩井, Shoulder Well
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| Categories |
| Meeting point of the Gall Bladder, Sanjiao and Stomach channels with the Yang Linking vessel |
| Location |
| Midway between DU-14 and the tip of the acromion, at the crest of the trapezius muscle. |
| Needling |
| Type: Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Posterior oblique insertion, 0.5-1 cun. |
| Caution: Pneumothorax; Pregnancy |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| alleviate breast issues: breast abscess, poor breast milk flow, breast distention and pain |
| Energetics 2 |
| regulate Qi/ relief pain: neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, limited arm ROM, hemiplegia, cough, dispnea, Qi rebellion, mania or depression, windstroke, hotflashes, lumbar pain from KD xu |
| Energetics 3 |
| clear phlegm: goiters, scrofula |
| 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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