BRAZILIAN SCHOOL OF CHINESE MEDICINE - EBRAMEC

ACUPUNCTURE TRAINING COURSE

ROSIMARA APARECIDA COELHO RESENDE

BALANCE ACUPUNCTURE

SAO PAULO
2016
 ROSIMARA APARECIDA COELHO RESENDE

BALANCING ACUPUNCTURE

Final Course Completion Work

In Acupuncture Presented to EBRAMEC–
Brazilian School of Chinese Medicine, under
guidance of Prof. Dr. Reginaldo de Carvalho
Silva Filho. Co-Advisor Prof. João Carlos
Felix.

SÃO PAULO
2016
 ROSIMARA APARECIDA COELHO RESENDE

BALANCING ACUPUNCTURE

EXAMINING BOARD

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Reginaldo De Carvalho Silva Filho

João Carlos Felix

Rosimara Aparecida Coelho Resende

São Paulo, ____ of _____________ of ___

Dedication

I dedicate this work solely to one person, José E. Resende, without whom
he, none of this would exist and I would never have entered this fascinating and engaging world of
Chinese Medicine.

Acknowledgments

I thank the Greater Spirituality for the execution of this Work and for having placed
wonderful people in my life like all my teachers, my
Advisor Dr. Reginaldo de Carvalho Silva Filho and Professor João Carlos Felix,
for your generosity and patience.
Summary

This study was based on a lecture given at Shandong University in Jinan -

China. In this Balancing Acupuncture technique, there are 38 points, but those exposed here
were chosen by Professor Chen for being more important and commonly used.
This is a technique that uses only one needle for stimulation, and the effect can already be felt.
at the time of application. Each point shown in this work will have a quick response if the
location is correct, the needle inserted properly and the stimulus is applied as explained.

Acupuncture, Class, Technique

Abstract

This study was based on the Special class ministered at Shandong University of Chinese
Medicine in Jinan, China. On this method called Balancing Acupuncture there are 38.
acupoints, but for this study are those selected by teacher Dr. Chen, as the most important and
most common. This is a technique that uses only one needle for the stimulus and the effect
can be felt at the same time. Each point shown on this study will have a quick response if the
The location is right, the needle is inserted correctly and the stimulation is carried out as explained.

Acupuncture, Class, Technique

 SUMMARY

1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................... 01
1.1 Stimulation with a Needle ......................................................................................02
1.1.1 Acupuncture Points of Balancing.............................................................02
1.2. (1 Point) Extra (Shen Qi)........................................................................................02
1.3.Point for Low Back Pain...............................................................................................03
1.4. Point for Acute or Chronic Gastritis.....................................................................04
1.5. Point for the Vision..............................................................................................05
1.6 Point for Pain in the Cervical Region..............................................................06
1.7.Point for Tingling and Numbness of the Fingers.................................08
1.8. Hemorrhoid Point................................................................................................09
1.9. Point for knee pain....................................................................................10
2.0. Point for hip pain.....................................................................................11
2.1.Point for Insomnia and ankle pain.....................................................................12
2.2.Diabetes Point......................................................................................................13
2.3.Point for headaches.......................................................................................14
2.4.Point for pain and stiffness in the shoulder (50-year-old shoulder)........................................16

2.5.Point for pain in the Abdominal Region.....................................................................17

2.6. Point for elbow pain ...................................................................................... 18
2.7.Point for Deafness.....................................................................................................19
2.8.Allergy Point .......................................................................................................20
2.9.Point for Menstrual Cramps (Dysmenorrhea)...........................................................22
3.0.Corresponding Point to VC8 (Shen Que) - Spirit Gate................................23
3.1.Point corresponding to VB21 (Jian Jing) - Shoulder Well..................................24
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1 Introduction

This class was taught by Dr. Chen Yun at Shandong University.

it was very rewarding and interesting, as it presented the "Stimulus with a Needle".
It was fully translated by Prof. Reginaldo Filho who tirelessly was
always showing the location of the Acupuncture points to the students, so as not to
have doubts.
I was impressed with the concept that Prof. Regis has over there, it was one of these.
reasons that brought me more security and a lot of pride.
All our classes were taught by PhD professors in Medicine.
Chinese, both in Jinan (Shandong) and in Tianjin, were all attentive.
pleasant and helpful, even taking pictures with us at the end of each class. Today
I only feel longing and a strong desire to return to China, my thanks to Ebramec.
for every minute lived in that country that magnetizes us to return. This Class was
taught by Dr. Chen Yun, PhD in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), was
About Balancing Acupuncture with One Needle
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1.1 Stimulation with a Needle

A new theory in acupuncture practice, somewhat different from regular practice.

Systemic Acupuncture. One of the special characteristics of this technique is that it uses a
needle for stimulation. Just choose the right point, the correct manipulation, and the effect of
the treatment is quick and you can feel the effect at the time of application.
Within the practice of the system, we have 38 predefined points, which will be presented here.

some of the most important and commonly used:

1. 1.1 Acupuncture Points of Balancing:

1.2 - 1st Point: Extra (Shen Qi)

2 cm in front of VG20 (Baihui), horizontal needling, subcutaneous, in

anterior or posterior direction, depending on the treatment goal.

This point is along the route of the Governor's Vessel that controls, governs, and nourishes the

Body Yan Qi.

Insertion 1.5 to 2 cun. Remember that when the needle is along the channel.
tones and on the contrary disperses, when manipulating the needle the sensation is of

numbness, tingling or strain in the area.

The main indications for this acupuncture are where there is a sinking of Qi.
it is usually associated with medium heater deficiency.

The conditions that may be presented are:

Rectal prolapse, uterine prolapse or gastric ptosis, fatigue, discouragement.

Even when being healthy and feeling the Qi submerged, this technique is used in a
needle to boost Qi and continue performing activities.
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1.3 Point for Low Back Pain:

A point located exactly in the center of the forehead.

Insertion of 1.5 to 2 cun, strong manipulation in dispersion and sensation of

tingling, stiffness or pain in the spinal region, acute injury in the lumbar region,
Sciatica. This extra point in the center of the forehead is on the path of the Governing Vessel, Canal

of Curious Energy Du Mai, which from the point VC1 (huìyīn) means gathering of the Yin,
go to point VG1 (chángqiáng), following the spine to the neck region.
That's why the stimulation with a needle at this extra point unclogs the
canal, benefiting the column and sciatic pain (pain radiating along the nerve
Sciatic, which travels one or both legs from the lumbar region.
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1.4 Point for Acute or Chronic Gastritis:

Midpoint of the mandible, below the corner of the mouth, 1.5 cun down and 1 cun
to the corner of the mouth. The mouth measures 3 cun

An internal pathway of the energy channel of the Stomach (Wei) Yang Ming of the Foot,
descends through the face, penetrates the gums of the maxilla, contours the lips and goes to the

VC24 (Chengjiang), crossing point of the Ren Mai, Du Mai, and Stomach (Wei).

Indication: Ulcer, Gastrointestinal inflammation, Gastric Ulcer, Spasm

Diaphragmatic (strong solutions)

Woman, point on the right side towards the left

Man, point left towards the right

To protect and identify.

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1.5 Point For The Vision

Point for the Vision:

Point corresponding to TA17 (Yifeng) Wind Protection

Location:

Behind the earlobe, between the branch of the jaw and the mastoid process, in
depression just above the palpable transverse process of the first cervical vertebra.

Fold the earlobe forward to reveal this point.

Oblique insertion, 45 degrees

Penetration of 1 to 1.5 cun, the ideal sensation for the patient to feel is discomfort.
numbness, local distension with radiation towards the face and the more you
spreading towards the face enhances the effect.

Indication: Apoplexy (Stroke) with sequelae to Hemiplegia.

The Energy Channel of the Triple Heater (SanJiao) is used in treatment of

afflictions of the temporal region, eyes, ears, throat, cervical and dorsal regions and
febrile diseases.
Point TA17 (Yifeng) is a meeting point of the Triple Heater channels.
(SanJiao) and Gallbladder (Dan). These two channels penetrate the ear and this is a
essential local point in the treatment of all auditory disorders, including tinnitus,
deafness, secretion, itching, redness, swelling, and pain.
It has the action of expelling external pathogenic wind and treating the manifestations of

internal wind, is widely used for Facial Paralysis resulting from Stroke
Cerebral or Bell's palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, spasm and trismus. Due to its action of
disperse heat and circulate the channel, TA17 (Yifeng) is also indicated for disorders
places such as Mumps, Scrofula, Swelling of the Cheek, and Toothache.
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1.6 Point for Pain in the Cervical Region:

Location: Point corresponding to TA2 (Yemen) Liquid Gate.

Ying point source and water point of the Triple Energizer (SanJiao) channel

Location:

Between the ring and middle fingers, 0.5 cun above the membrane margin.

This point is usually located and needled with a closed hand in a way
relaxed.

Puncturing: Superficial on the same side of the pain, 1.5 to 2 cun in the direction of

arm

Recommendation:

Soft tissue injury and musculature of the neck region and Brachialgia,
Torticollis.
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According to the Classic of Difficulties, the Ying Spring Points are

indicated for 'heat in the body'. The primary channel of the Pericardium (SanJiao) rises, both
for the back part as well as for the front part of the ear and also penetrates into the
ear; to the lower aspect of the eye and to the outer corner of the eye and through the
cheek
TA2 (Yemen) the Ying spring point and the water point of the Triple Heater channel
(SanJiao), therefore, is able to disperse heat from the upper ends of the channel of
ears (deafness, ringing, ear pain), eyes (redness, dryness, tearing) and
gums and teeth (pain and bleeding).
The Triple Heater (Sanjiao) is related to the interior-exterior perspective.
with the Pericardium (Xin Bao), the "external covering" of the heart, and TA2 (YèMén) is capable

to disperse the heat from the heart and spirit which manifests as palpitations, terror,
mania, delirium, and epilepsy.
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1.7 Point for Tingling and Numbness of the Fingers:

Gently closing the hand, measuring the 5th metacarpal, this point is located at
mid (midpoint).

In some cases, the sensation comes from PC8 (Laogong)

Indication: Tingling of the fingers when the patient has a neuropathy condition
Peripheral, patient with a closed hand with a stroke sequela, perform "strong" manipulation.
intense enough to break the initial reflex and let go afterwards.
This point is along the route of the small intestine canal (XiãoCháng) that
It originates from the ulnar aspect of the tip of the little finger of the hand in ID 1 (ShãoZé). It remains

between point ID3 (HóuXi) point Shu Riacho and point Madeira of the Intestine channel
Delgado (XiãoCháng), confluence point of the Governor Vessel (Du Mai) and ID4 (Wàn
Gu) Point Yuan Source of the channel of the Small Intestine (XiãoCháng).
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1.8 Hemorrhoid Point:

Internal, External or Mixed

Located between the Ulna and Radius in the upper part of 1/3 of the line between the wrist and elbow.

Photo taken with Professor Dr. Chen Yun and Professor Dr. Reginaldo Filho

Insertion upwards of 1.5 to 2 cubits, divide into 3/3 (3 thirds), palpate the bone.

Strong manipulation
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1.9. Point for Knee Pain:

1 cun above IG11 (Quchi)

Indication: Different knee injuries, Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis of the knee

Needling on the opposite side of the knee with pain, 1 to 1.5 cun, perpendicular

When the patient has knee pain, this point is usually tender.

Deep stimulation.

This point is on the pathway of the Large Intestine (Da Chang) – Yang Ming of the Hand,
starts at the radial nail margin of the index finger. Follows along the dorsolateral margin
from this finger, it passes through the angle formed by the first two metacarpals and continues along the

posterolateral face of the forearm.

Passes through the lateral edge of the elbow fold, travels along the lateral margin of
arm, reaches the shoulder, at the anterolateral margin of the Acromioclavicular joint and
it outlines the front part of the shoulder.

Follow the path above the scapula to the neck, in the space between the processes.
spines of the 7th cervical vertebra to the 1st thoracic vertebra. It follows an anterior path until the
supra-clavicular fossa, where it penetrates into the interior reaching the Lung (Fei).
Crosses the diaphragm, penetrates the large intestine (of the gang) and descends through the face

front of the thigh and leg up to point E 37 (Shàng Jú Xu) of the energy channel
Stomach (Wei) that passes through the knee at point E 35 (Du Bi), which strengthens the Qi of
knee and disperse the Wind and the Wicked Heat.
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2.0 Point for Hip Pain:

Point that corresponds to ID9 (Jiãn Zen)

Location:

On the posterior aspect of the shoulder, 1 cun above the posterior axillary fold when the

the arm is in the abducted position.

Deep insertion 2.5 to 3 cun, slightly inclined.

Sensation of stretching, tingling in the center of the armpit.

The acupuncture needle penetrates the skin, the subcutaneous layer, entering the margin
the posterior of the deltoid muscle and reaches the teres major muscle, relates to
superficially, with the branches of the axillary nerve and deeply, with the radial nerve.

Indication: Pain and discomfort in the tissues related to the hip, Sciatica, Syndrome of
Piriformis, Lower Back Injury (when the pain is more on the side).

Expel the Wind, activate the Channel and relieve the pain.
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2.1 Point for Insomnia and Ankle Pain.

(point for two functions)

Point related to PC7 (Daling) Great Hill

Point Shu Riacho, Yuan Source and Point Earth of the Pericardium canal.

It is located in the middle of the distal wrist crease between the tendons of the palmar muscles.

long and flexor radial of the wrist.

Insertion of 0.5 to 1 cun, perpendicular

Injuries to the ankle tissues, ankle sprain, heel spur, pain in

heel (selection of the opposite side)

For Insomnia, by stimulating this point located on the Pericardium channel

With the Jue Yin major hand, one can nourish the Shen, the Qi, and the Blood (Xue)
Heart (Xin) and that's why it helps patients who have difficulties sleeping.
lateral).
The Pericardium (Xin Bao) is known as the "envelope" of the Heart (Xin), and the
similarity of most points of the Pericardium channel, PC7 (Daling) has a
deep action on the heart and spirit and is indicated in a wide variety of
emotional disturbances and is specifically used whenever the heat rises to disturb
the spirit, regardless of the cause being:
Excess of any of the seven emotions that transform into fire;

Stagnation of Qi that impairs the circulation of bodily fluids and

transforms into fire resulting in phlegm-fire that disturbs the Heart (Xin);

Feverish heat that desired in the Pericardium;

Heat ascending due to the deficiency of Yin.

When the spirit is disturbed in this way, it will produce symptoms such as
palpitações, agitação, epilepsia, mania, delírio maníaco, inquietação, Insônia e ansiedade.
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2.2 Diabetes Point:

2 cun above PC6 (Neiguan), perpendicular 1 to 1.5 cun, needle retention

for 30 min., pumping and rotation. The important thing is that the stimulus must be strong.

Indication: Diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, promotes blood circulation

relax and release stagnations.

Chronic conditions, manipulate to obtain a strong sensation and hold for 30 minutes.

Acute conditions, manipulate to achieve a strong sensation and remove the needle.

This Point is on the path of the Pericardium (Xin Bao).

The Luo channel of connection of the Pericardium (Xin Bao) starts at PC6 (Neiguan) in

aspect prior to the forearm and rises together with the primary channel of the Pericardium (Xin
Bao) and then connects with the Heart (Xin).
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2.3 Point for Headaches:

Point corresponding to F3 (Tài Chong) Great Surge.

Normal pinprick (similar to F3) (Tài Chong), but the difference is in the strong sensation.

Indication: Migraine, tension headache, vascular headache, headache of

head associated with problems in the cervical region, cervical spondylosis (different
injuries in the spine area that cause pain and discomfort.

Location:

On the back of the foot, in the depression below the junction of the first and second bones.

metatarsals.

The Liver Channel (Gan) - JueYin of the Foot is associated from the point of view

interior-exterior to the Gallbladder canal (Dan) and is coupled with the canal of
Pericardium JueYin of the Hand, according to the theory of the six channels. The Liver relationship-

The Gallbladder is further strengthened by the following facts.

The primary channel of the Liver (Gan) connects with the Gallbladder fu (Dan);

The Luo channel of the Liver (Gan) and the divergent channel of the Liver (Gan)
they connect with the Gallbladder channel (Dan).

The Liver (Gan) belongs to the wood phase and corresponds to wind. In addition
so, governs the rise, and in disharmony its Qi can rise excessively and with the
the fire of Ming Men can easily rise like pathological heat.
The Liver (Gan) governs the free flow of Qi, and when this function of the Liver
(Gan) is prejudiced, the Qi stagnates. O
The liver (Gan) is closely associated with emotions such as anger, irritability, and rebellion.
frustration, resentment, tearful depression and mood swings.

These actions can be summarized as follows:

Treat liver (Gan) disorders and headaches, especially unilateral ones.

that affect the ShaoYang channel in the temple and on the side of the head.
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Actions of the Point:

Dispersion of Liver Qi (Gan)

Master the Yang of the Liver (Gan)

Nourish the Blood (Xue) of the Liver (Gan)

She cleared her head and eyes

Regulates menstruation

Regulate the lower Jiao.

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2.4 Point for Pain and Stiffness in the Shoulder: (Shoulder of the 50 Years)

To map the area between E36 (Zusanli) and VB34 (Yáng Líng Quán) and locate the point.
more sensitive and painful.

Needle the opposite side of the shoulder of pain.

Shock sensation that radiates down to the foot

While manipulating the needle on the opposite side of the pain, move the shoulder. Pull the

needle to the surface and manipulate from one side to the other.

Perpendicular insertion, strong manipulation

Location:

E36 (Zú San Li), below the knee, 3 cun below E35 (Dubi) at one cun lateral to
anterior margin of the tibia.
VB34 (Yang Ling Quan), below the lateral aspect of the knee, in the depression
sensitive located approximately 1 cun in front of and below the head of the fibula.
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2.5 Point for Pain in the Abdominal Region:

Corresponding point to VB34 (Yáng Líng Quán) – Spring Yang of the Hill

Point He Mare and point Earth of the main channel of the Gallbladder (Dan)

Hui point of tendon junction.

Celestial star point of Ma Dan - Yang

Location: Below the lateral aspect of the knee, in the sensitive depression located
approximately 1 cun in front of and below the head of the fibula.

Needle insertion with strong manipulation with an electric shock sensation in

direction to the foot.

Indication: Acute conditions with inflammatory process in the gastrointestinal.

Acute gastritis, acute enteritis, acute appendicitis.
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2.6 Point for Pain in the Elbow:

Point corresponds to E35 (Dubi)

Oblique insertion at 45 degrees upward, 1.5 to 2 cun

Select from the opposite side of the elbow of pain

Manipulate the needle and move the elbow.

Location: At the knee, in the depression formed when the knee is bent, immediately
below the patella and laterally to the patellar ligament.

Actions:

Disperses the wind-moisture and reduces swelling.

It activates the channel and relieves pain.

Other indications of the point:

Swelling and pain in the knee joint, difficulty in bending and straightening
knee
lower limb, lower limb atrophy disorders.

Comments:
E35 (Dubi), located in the visible lateral depression below the patella, is a point
essential in the treatment of knee disorders, regardless of whether they result from
deficiency or excess, heat or cold.
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2.7 Point for Deafness:

2 cun above VB31 (Feng Shì)

Perpendicular stabbing with strong sensation.

Indication: nerve origin deafness and Ménière's syndrome.

This point is located on the pathway of the Gallbladder channel (Dan) Shao Yang of the Foot.

The Main Bile Duct (Dan) begins near the outer corner of
eye in VB1 (TóngZiLiáo), lateral angle of the eye, going to the preauricular region and
crosses with the previous portion of the ear in VB2 (TingHui) which is one of the indications for
Deafness and all ear ailments, eliminates wind and disperses heat, activates the channel and relieves.
the pain.
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2.8 Allergy Point:

Point corresponds to BA10 (Xue Hai) Sea of Blood (Xue).

Indication: Different types of allergy, Asthma, Psoriasis, Acute Urticaria, Eczema

Neurodermatitis, itching as a whole.

Perpendicular, strong sensation can be achieved with cupping therapy associated with it.

Location: 2 cun lateral to the edge of the patella, in the softened depression located in
protrusion of the vastus medialis muscle.

Other indications of the point:

Irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, uterine hemorrhage,

uterine hemorrhage containing clots, sudden uterine hemorrhage, Qi deficiency
Postpartum blood.
Urticaria, Eczema, Erysipelas, (cinnabar toxin), Herpes Zoster, Ulcers
Painful due to heat, ulceration and itching in the scrotum, pain and itching in the genital organs.

Leukorrhea, the five types of painful urinary dysfunction, painful urinary dysfunction of
Qi, painful urinary dysfunction with blood, pain on the inner thigh.
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Comentarios

The name of BA10 (Xue Hai) Blood Sea reflects its primary function, which is
treat various disorders at the blood level. In general, two are recognized
main actions from this point such as:

1- Revitalize the Blood (Xue) and disperse stasis.

2- Cool the Blood (Xue).

These actions find expression in their ability to address a wide

variety of gynecological and dermatological disorders resulting from blood stasis
(Blood) or heat in the Blood.
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2.9 Point for Menstrual Cramps (Dysmenorrhea):

Point that corresponds to VC17 (Shan Zhong) Center of the Chest

Location: It is situated on the anterior midline of the chest, over the sternum, at half
distance between the nipples, or at the intersection of the anterior midline with the
horizontal, drawn between the costal sternal joints of the 5th rib.

Insertion downward of 1.5 to 2 cun, sensation of tingling or distension

Indication: Primary or secondary dysmenorrhea, premenstrual syndrome.

Point Mu of the Pericardium.

Point Hui of the Qi.

Qi Sea Point.

Meeting point of the Conception Vessel (Ren Mai) with the channels of the Spleen (Pi), Kidney

(Shen), Small Intestine (ChiaoChang) and Triple Warmer (SanJiao)

The actions of this point are:

Regulates Qi and releases the thorax.

Descend the rebellion of the Lung (Fei) and the Stomach (Wei).

Benefits the fundamental Qi.

Benefits the breasts and promotes lactation.

Indication:

Shortness of breath with Qi rebellion, inability to speak, dyspnea, wheezing, sound

raspy throat, cough, asthma, fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm,
chest obstruction, chest and heart pain, coughing up blood, painful obstruction in
chest, abscess in the lung with cough and purulent sputum.

Difficult ingestion, acidic regurgitation, esophageal constriction, vomiting of frothy saliva

(aqueous).*Insufficient lactation, breast abscess, breast distension and pain.

Goiter, painful obstruction due to wind, loss of consciousness.

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3.0 Corresponding Point to VC8 (Shén Què) Spirit Gate:

Acupressure, placing the hand on VC8 (Shén Què) and making rhythmic movements of
pressure accompanying the patient's breathing, 49 times.

Indication:

Dysfunction of the Autonomic Nervous System, Neurasthenia, fatigue of the Shen,

Slowness, discouragement.

Location: At the center of the navel.

Needle insertion at this point is contraindicated, which is usually treated with

moxibustion or with massage.

Moxibustion can be indirect (moxa stick) or mediated by substances.

like salt, sliced ginger or crushed garlic.

Actions:

Heats the Yang.

Warms and harmonizes the intestines.

Tones and strengthens the Spleen (Pi) and the Stomach (Wei)

Tonifies the Yang Qi of the Kidney (Shen)

Heats and stabilizes the Yang Qi

Harmonizes the way of the Waters

Disperse moisture and Moisture-Cold.

Other indications of point VC8 (Shèn Qué):

Loss of consciousness due to Stroke, collapse of Yang Qi, loss of

awareness. Cold due to abdominal deficiency, incessant diarrhea, borborygmi, diarrhea
in elderly or disabled individuals, infant diarrhea after breastfeeding, prolapse of
challenge, sudden disturbance disorder, pain around the navel, swelling and distension in
abdominal distension and urine retention in the postpartum, infertility resulting from
cold in the Blood
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3.1 Point that corresponds to VB21 (Jian Jing) Shoulder Well:

Point for tiredness.

Press hard and pinch, pull the Qi upward

Pinching and releasing several times, to the point that one no longer has the feeling of wanting.
to sleep, casting off fatigue or even feeling light with the sensation of wanting to fly.

Indication: Menopause, Fatigue, Neurasthenia, Exhaustion of the Shen.

Actions: Regulates and circulates Qi, redirects Qi against the current, extinguishes the
Liver Wind (Gan), disperses Wind and Evil Cold. And more indications of the
point, which are stiffness and pain in the neck, shoulder and back pain, hemiplegia.
The VB21 Jianjing point (Shoulder Well) is a meeting point of the channels.
Gallbladder (Dan), Triple Heater (San Jiao) and Stomach (Wei) with the vessel of
Yang connection.

Location: At the midpoint between VG14 (Dà Zhui) and the tip of the acromion, on the ridge of
trapezius muscle.

The crest refers to the highest point of the trapezius muscle in the sagittal plane.
(anterior-posterior). This point is usually located at the most painful spot. The
Gallbladder (Dan), belongs to the Wood phase and its main functions are: To store
and excrete bile, in addition to governing courage, decision-making, and judgment. The Channel
of the Gallbladder (Dan) Shao Yang of the foot, is associated with the interior perspective-
exterior of the Liver channel (Gan), and coupled with the Triple Burner channel (SanJiao)
Shao Yang of the hand, according to the theory of the six channels. The relationship of the Gallbladder.

(Dan) and the Liver (Gan) is further strengthened by the following facts:

The primary channel of the Gallbladder (Dan) and the divergent channel of the Gallbladder
(Dan), connects with the Liver (Gan).

The Luo channel of connection of the Gallbladder (Gan) connects with the Liver (Dan).

The divergent channel of the Gallbladder (Dan) connects with the divergent channel of
Liver (Gan).