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Ren 12 |
 Chinese Name:
Zhongwan (English translation: Middle Epigastrium)Location: On the anterior median line of the upper abdomen, 4.0 cun above the umbilicus.
Classification:
Front-Mu point of the Stomach Indications:
Functions: Strengthens and harmonizes the Spleen and Stomach, resolves Dampness, relieves pain. Notes: Front-Mu points can be used to treat diseases of the affected Zang-Fu organ, and those of Yang meridians and collaterals. They treat diseases of Six Fu-organs and diseases of yang meridians. An adverse reaction when a Front-Mu point is pressed can help make a diagnosis. For more complete information on Back-Shu and Front-Mu points, click here. Needling: Perpendicular insertion 1.0 - 1.5 cun. |
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