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Chinese Name:
Zhongdu (English translation: Middle Metropolis) Location: On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 7 cun above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the middle of the medial aspect of the tibia. Classification: Xi-Cleft point of the Liver Meridian Indications:
Functions: Regulates Liver Qi, relieves pain, resolves Dampness. Notes: A Xi-Cleft point is the site where the Qi of the meridian is deeply converged. Qi and blood are stored deeply at these particular points. If there appear abnormal reactions at X-Cleft points, it shows that the pathogens have entered the deeper parts of Zang-Fu organs. Thus, they are used for acute, painful symptoms, inflammation, protracted diseases of its pertaining meridian and Zang-Fun organ. Also, Xi-Cleft points of the Yin meridians have hemostatic functions. Needling: Subcutaneous insertion .5 - .8 cun. |
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