SP-17, Shí Dòu, 食 窦, Food Cavity
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| Categories |
| None |
| Location |
| On the lateral side of the chest • in the fifth intercostal space • 6 cun lateral to the midline • The intercostal spaces - count downwards from the second intercostal space which lies immediately below the sternal angle. In males, the nipple is in the fourth intercostal space • The six cun line is located two cun lateral to the mamillary line. |
| Needling |
| Type: Transverse, Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Transverse-oblique insertion along the intercostal space, 0.5 to 1 cun. |
| Caution: Pneumothorax |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| LOCAL: Chest tightness and pain; Hypochondriac pain |
| Energetics 2 |
| Digestive problems |
| Energetics 3 |
| 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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