HE-3, Shǎo Hǎi, 少海, Lesser Sea

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Categories
He-Sea point
Location
Midpoint between PC-3 and the medial epicondyle of the humerus • Fully flex elbow - at the medial end of the transverse cubital crease
Needling
Type: Oblique    Depth:  0.5 to 1 cun
Description: Oblique distal or proximal insertion, 0.5 to 1 cun, directed towards LI-11 
Caution: CC: Moxibustion
Notes
Energetics 1
HE-SEA: Counterflow of Qi and diarrhea • Vomiting • HT organ(palpitations, psycho-emotional disorders) • Tongue ulcers
Energetics 2
HT heat to SI (irritability, frequent urination, bloody urine)
Energetics 3
HT pain • chest pain • hypochondriac pain
Energetics 4
Throat and eye problems
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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