SP-04, Gōng Sūn, 公 孫, Grandfather Grandson
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| Categories |
| Luo-Connecting point • Chong Mai Confluent point |
| Location |
| On the border where skin changes color • On the medial side of the foot • In the depression distal and inferior to the base of the first metatarsal bone. First locate SP-3, then slide the finger proximally along the shaft of the first metatarsal bone until it reaches the depression at the base of the bone (approximately 1 cun). |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun. |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| LUO CONNECTING POINT - 1) Treat disorders in regions reached by the LUO (pain and disharmony in the abdominal areas) • Rebellious Qi (sudden turmoil disorder) • Excess (cutting pain in the intestines, cramps, and diarrhea) • Deficiency (drum distention, abdominal edema) 2) Treat diorders of the Zang Fu (both the ST and SP abdominal pain) 3) Treat psycho-emotional disorders |
| Energetics 2 |
| OPENS to CHONG (penetrating) CHANNEL - SP4 + P6 • 1) Counterflow of qi -vomiting and sudden turmoil disorder 2) Cramping from dysenteric disorders 3) Facial edema 4) Asthma (throat) • The Chong Mai is for spasm and pain in the abdomen, irregular menstruation, infertility in both women and men, and asthmatic breathing. |
| Energetics 3 |
| Energetics 4 |
| Energetics 5 |
| Energetics 6 |
| Best for abdominal distention and pain |
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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