SP-09, Yīn Líng Quán, 陰 陵 泉, Yin Mound Spring

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He-Sea point
Location
On the medial side of the lower leg • In a depression in the angle formed by the medial condyle of the tibia and the posterior border of the tibia • Run the finger in the groove posterior to the tibia medial border until it falls into the depression below the tibial condyle • Same level as GB-34 • Shaving the bone of medial tibia crest
Needling
Type: Perpendicular    Depth:  1 to 1.5 cun
Description: Perpendicular insertion, 1 to 1.5 cun. 
Caution:
Notes
Energetics 1
BEST FOR DAMPNESS (all kinds of dampness)
Energetics 2
HE-SEA POINT: best damp retention point; damp heat -especially in the lower jiao (BL, intestine and uterus). SP and ST digestive problems: lack of appetite, diarrhea, dysentery, sudden turmoil disorder from dampness.
Energetics 3
LOCAL - Knee problems, Leg pain
Energetics 4
SP Deficiency
Energetics 5
Digestive problems of SP and ST
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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