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extra point(s)
zhong bai
acupuncture
definition
zhong bai = middle white
location: Approximately 0.5 cun proximal to SI-3 (Zhongzhu), on the Xiao Yang channel.
actions: strong Qi regulating effect; invigorate flow of Qi and Xue (Blood)
indications: lumbar pain, usually L2-3, especially if aggravated upon rising from sitting (contralateral, if unliateral) ; sacroiliac pain, L4-5-type sciatica, sciatica on lateral aspect of leg; edema, esp. in the limbs.
needle technique: perpendicular insertion, 0.3 - 0.5 cun; usually contralerally to pain (unless noted); bleed if engorged and stagnant with Lung Heat or Shi (Excess) conditions
therapeutic note: Dr. Lee and Dr. Tan, as students of Master Tong, specifically emphasize that this point is not to be used in combination with local points in the lumbosacral area as such will diminish, and may even neutralize, the therapeutic effects of the distal point treatment. Multiple treatments weekly, especially during the initial phase, will ensure best clinical results.
combinations:
ª with ling ku and zhong bai, all contralaterally to pain, for sciatica on lateral aspect of leg, sacroiliac pain, L4-5-type sciatica, and lumbosacral pain. (Lee, M; Tan, R)
footnotes
Lee, Miriam. 1992. Master Tong's Acupuncture: An Ancient Alternative Style in Modern Clinical Practice. Boulder, CO: Blue Poppy Press.
Tan, Richard Teh-Fu, and Rush, Stephen. 1991. Twelve and Twelve in Acupuncture: Advanced Techniques and Principles. San Diego, CA.