SP-10, Xuè Hǎi, 血 海, Sea of Blood

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Location
2 cun proximal to the superior border of the patella • In the depression on the bulge of the vastus medialis muscle, directly above SP-9 • Place the heel of right palm on the inferior border of the patient's left patella, with the fingers and thumb fully extended and the thumb at 45° to the index finger, beneath the tip of the thumb • Locate one patella's height (2 cun) above the superior border of the patella, in the tender depression directly above SP-9 • Find distance of knee cap, then go up an equal distance and then 45 degrees medially.
Needling
Type: Perpendicular, Oblique    Depth:  1 to 1.5 cun
Description: Perpendicular or oblique insertion 1 to 1.5 cun. 
Caution:
Notes
The name of the point is call Sea of Blood. It’s good for any blood disorders but it is not included in the Sea Point categories.
Energetics 1
RESOLVE DAMPNESS - dribbling or retention of urine
Energetics 2
SEA OF BLOOD - Blood heat, blood stasis, blood deficiency - LOWER BODY (below umbilicus)
Energetics 3
LOCAL - inner part of leg
Energetics 4
Parasites - worms
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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