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Chinese Name:
Ligou (English translation: Woodworm Ditch) Location: On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 5 cun above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the middle of the medial aspect of the tibia. Classification: Luo-Connecting point of the Liver Meridian Indications:
Functions: Regulates Liver Qi, resolves Damp-Heat in Lower Jiao, benefits the genitals. Notes: Luo-Connecting points of one meridian can communicate with two meridians. They treat diseases of the collaterals and can be used to treat chronic diseases, especially chronic diseases of the Zang-Fu organs. Clinically, Luo-Connecting points are often combined with Yuan-Source points in the treatment of diseases. Needling: Subcutaneous insertion .5 - .8 cun. |
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