EX-LE11

Duyin

Star

獨陰 (Dúyīn) — Solitary Yin

Extra point · Extra (Lower Extremity) · point EX-LE11

Location

On the plantar surface of the second toe, at the midpoint of the crease of the distal interphalangeal joint.

Needling

Depth: Moxibustion, or 0.1 cun
Angle: Shallow, or moxibustion
⚠ Cautions: Contraindicated in pregnancy other than at term.

Functions

  • Regulates menstruation and the uterus
  • Descends rebellious qi

Indications

Irregular menstruation and dysmenorrhoearetained placenta and difficult labourchest painvomitinghernia

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