GV6

Jizhong

Star

脊中 (Jǐzhōng) — Spinal Centre

Du (Governing) channel · point 6

Location

On the back, on the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of T11.

Needling

Depth: 0.5–1.0 cun
Angle: Oblique, directed superiorly
⚠ Cautions: Moxibustion is classically contraindicated here.

Functions

  • Strengthens the Spleen and resolves dampness
  • Raises prolapse
  • Settles epilepsy

Indications

Diarrhoea and dysenteryprolapse of the rectumjaundiceepilepsyback stiffnesshaemorrhoids

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