水溝 (Shuǐgōu) — Water Trough
Du (Governing) channel · point 26
Also known as Renzhong
Meeting point of the Du Mai with the Large Intestine and Stomach channels
Location
On the face, at the junction of the upper third and lower two-thirds of the philtrum.
Needling
Depth:
0.3–0.5 cun
Angle:
Oblique, directed superiorly toward the nasal septum, with strong stimulation
Functions
- Restores consciousness and opens the orifices
- Settles wind and calms convulsions
- Benefits the face and the lumbar spine
Indications
Loss of consciousness, fainting, shock and collapsestroke with clenched jawepilepsy and convulsionsacute lumbar sprainfacial paralysis and swellingmaniaheatstroke
Clinical Notes
The single most important first-aid point in the repertoire — strong stimulation here (needle or fingernail pressure) is the standard response to fainting or collapse. Also a striking distal point for acute lumbar sprain: needle while the patient gently moves the back.
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