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Urinary Bladder 40 |
 Chinese Name:
Weizhong (English translation: Supporting Middle)Location: Midpoint of the transverse crease of the popliteal fossa, between the tendons m. biceps femoris and m. semitendinosus.
Classification:
He-Sea point of the Urinary Bladder Indications:
Functions: Clears Heat, resolves Dampness, benefits the lumbar area and knees, cools the Blood, clears Summer-Heat, activates the meridian, relieves pain. Notes: UB 40 is an excellent point for any low back condition, acute or chronic. It is also known to help skin conditions. He-Sea points are where the qi of the meridian collects and goes deep into the body. He-sea points are known to indicated treat rebellious qi and diarrhea. Needling: Perpendicular insertion 1.0 - 1.5 cun, or prick the popliteal vein with the three-edged needle to cause bleeding. |
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