Spreads Liver Qi Stagnation along the course of the Gallbladder
Actions:
Spreads Liver Qi
Benefits the chest, lateral costal region and breasts
Clears the head and benefits the eyes
Transforms phlegm and dissipates nodules
Indications:
Headache, vertigo, pain of the outer canthus, scrofula, pain in the hypochondriac region, distending pain of the breast, irregular menstruation, pain and swelling of the dorsum of foot, spastic pain of the foot and toe.
In the depression distal to the junction of the 4th and 5th metatarsal bones, on the lateral side of the tendon of m. extensor digitorum longus (branch to little toe).
Needling Method:
Puncture perpendicularly 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.
References
Acupuncture
11.Grasping the Wind(First Edition)
- Andrew Ellis, Nigel Wiseman, Ken Boss
One of the best Acupuncture resources written in the English language
The single point and body area illustrations alone make this book worth purchasing, not to mention the invaluable commentary and detailed research on points of the twelve primary meridians, the Conception and Governing vessels, as well as extra points.
This book is truly a treasure and definitive resource in the world of Acupuncture. No one wanting to become more serious about acupuncture should be without this book.