Tun Zhong, Tún Zhōng, 臀中, Middle of Buttock
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| Categories |
| Location |
| 3.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline, Level with S4 (4th sacral foramen) • Lateral to BL54 • Halfway between the midline and the edge of the buttock. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular 2 to 3 cun |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Not an official extra point |
| Energetics 1 |
| Local point for sciatic and lower back pain |
| Energetics 2 |
| Opens the BL channel and Luo vessels |
| 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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