REN-03, Zhōng Jí, 中极, Central Pole

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Categories
Bladder Front Mu Point • Meeting point of REN, SP, LV, and KD channel • 3 Foot Yin Sinew Meeting Point
Location
Midline • 4 cun below umbilicus
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  0.5 to 1 cun
Description: Midline • 4 cun below umbilicus
Caution: CC: pregnancy. Deep insertion will penetrate a full bladder. Empty bladder prior to needling.
Notes
Energetics 1
BL FRONT MU POINT: Urinary problems • Rescue yang Qi: coma
Energetics 2
Urinary issues • Abdominal pain • Reproductive problems
Energetics 3

 

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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