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reproductive system
ovarian cyst
acupuncture

patterns and combinations

after assessing the person and palpating, consider these patterns:
Xue Yu (Blood Stasis); Liver Xu (Deficiency); dysfunction of the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)

» therapeutic note: see also "menorrhagia", "hirsutism", "infertility", etc.

» illustrative combinations:
• GB-41 and TW-5: open the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel) for which unilateral problems of the ovaries, in general, and ovarian cysts, in particular, are a symptom of dysfunction
• Sp-4 and PC-6: open the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) for which reproductive problems are a symptom of dysfunction
• UB-62 and SI-3: open the Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Motility Vessel) which transports Yang and for which gynecological problems are a Xu (Deficiency) symptom
• Kd-6 and Lu-7: open the Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel) which transports Yin and for which gynecological problems are a Shi (Excess) symptom
• (1) needle LI-4; (2) needle Sp-9, Sp-6, Lv-1 and Sp-10; (3) three cones of direct moxa, sesame seed size, to Lv-1, and seven cones of direct moxa, one-half rice grain size, to tu yin; (4) needle St-25 and St-29; (5) indirect moxa to St-29 and painful area - for inflammation of the ovaries (So, 1987, p. 214)
• Kd-13, UB-67, Kd-7, GB-37, Sp-6, Kd-2, GV-4 and Lv-3: influence the ovaries (Worsley, 1975, p. B-20; McWilliams, et al, Lesson 31, p. 258)
• CV-15, CV-16, CV-19, Kd-13, Sp-6, Kd-11, UB-47/52, GB-37, GB-5, UB-60 and CV-10: influence the pituitary (Worsley, 1975, p. B-20; McWilliams, et al, Lesson 31, p. 258)
• CV-3 and Sp-6: regulate the Qi function of the Lower Warmer and the function of the genital organs - Sp-6 sends Qi up; CV-3 sends it deep (Finkelstein, p. 84)


point analysis

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palpate and consider:
• UB-38/43 (+): regulates the Shen (hence called the "Happy point"); treats all chronic disease; releases unresolved emotions; strengthens the Xue (Blood); treats genital organ diseases (Finkelstein, p. 47); Pericardium psychospiritual associated point
• UB-15 (=): invigorates circulation of the Qi and Xue (Blood) and tonifies Xu (Deficiency); Heart Shu Associated point
UB-17 (- and/or +): regulates, nourishes and invigorates the Xue (Blood) (esp. invigorates with D); tonifies the Qi; transforms Xue Yu (Blood Stasis) and disperses Obstruction; enriches Yin; strengthens Xu (Deficient) conditions and increases stamina; Hui Reunion and Master point of the Xue (Blood)
UB-18 (+): benefits the Liver; moves Stagnant Qi; strengthens Xu (Deficiency) conditions; nourishes and regulates the Xue (Blood); nourishes Liver Yin; Liver Shu Associated point
• UB-20 (+): regulates Spleen Qi and tonifies the Spleen; enhances Spleen Yang to mobilize Stagnant Qi; tonifies and nourishes the Xue (Blood); softens hard masses; provides strength to the extremities; Spleen Shu Associated point
• UB-23 (+): tonifies and adjusts the Kidney; nourishes Yin, Xue (Blood) and Kidney Jing (Essence); strengthens Yang and Qi Hai; counterbalances Liver Fire; Kidney Shu Associated point
UB-31 to 34 (+): invigorate the Xue (Blood); consolidate the Jing (Essence); bring Yang into pelvic region which mobilizes Yin in the pelvis (Finkelstein, p. 46); regulate the Lower Warmer and menstruation; open the pelvis and disperse Lower Warmer Stagnation; relieve ovarian pain and inflammation
yao yan: regulates menstruation; relieves ovarian pain and resolves irregular menstruation
pi gen (d. D): direct non-scarring moxa, fourteen cones, usually to affected side, possibly also bilaterally; restores vitality; disperses Stagnation of Qi and Xue (Blood); resolves masses to treat tumors
• yin tang (=): pacifies the Shen; promotes relaxation; influences the pituitary and pineal
• UB-1 (=): enriches Yin; controls the pituitary gland and its secretions via the hypothalamus and the autonomic nervous system; opens the channels and invigorates circulation; Bladder Entry point; Polarization point of the Yin and Yang Qiao Mai (Motility Vessels); site where the Yin and Yang change into their opposite and where the Yin and Yang Qiao separate, according to chapter 17 of the the Nei Jing (Finkelstein, p. 37)
• PC-6 (+): pacifies the Shen; regulates the Qi; regulates Liver Qi and relieves Liver Qi Stagnation; regulates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel); stabilizes Qi in the Uterus; Pericardium Luo Connecting point; Master point of the Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel); Couple point of the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel); diagnostic uses: major Spleen reflex point (Matsumoto)
TW-5 (=): regulates the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel); normalizes excess of gonadotropins and stimulates thyroid (Finkelstein, p. 62); frees the channels to facilitate the circulation of Qi in the channels; alleviates pain; Triple Warmer Luo Connecting point; Master point of the Yang Wei Mai (Yang Linking Vessel); Couple point of the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)
• Lu-7 (=): opens and regulates the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); regulates the Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel); effects release of sexual hormones; promotes diuresis by descending the Turbid; Lung Luo Connecting and Exit point; Master point of the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); Couple point of the Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel)
SI-3 (+): pacifies the Shen; opens the Du Mai (Governing Vessel) and regulates the Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Motility Vessel); treats pituitary imbalance, using location reactive to palpation, often ca. SI-3.5 (Matsumoto); invigorates the channels; Small Intestine Wood and Tonification point; Master point of the Du Mai (Governing Vessel); Couple point of the Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Motility Vessel)
Lv-14 (+): spreads and moves Liver Qi to regulate circulation of Qi; soothes and promotes function of the Liver; strengthens the Spleen and Stomach; invigorates flow of Xue (Blood) and removes Xue Yu (Blood Stasis); dissolves Phlegm to reduce masses; Liver Mu Alarm point
Lv-13 (+): spreads and promotes smooth flow of Liver Qi; influences liver's ability to neutralize unemployed sex hormone (Finkelstein, p. 75); invigorates the Spleen and benefits the Qi; harmonizes Liver and Spleen; regulates circulation of Qi and Xue (Blood); quickens the Xue (Blood) and disperses Xue Yu (Blood Stasis); softens and dispels hard masses; Spleen Mu Alarm point
• CV-6 (+): strengthens, regulates and moves the Qi and Xue (Blood), esp. in Lower Warmer; regulates and tonifies Yuan (Original) Qi; reinforces Yang and Jing (Essence); tonifies Kidney; influences pituitary (Worsley, 1975, p. B-20); captures the Xue (Blood) and stops bleeding (+); regulates Qi of Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); regulates the menses
CV-4 (+): pacifies the Shen; regulates the Qi and benefits Yuan (Original) Qi; nourishes Xue (Blood) and Yin; regulates and reinforces the Qi of the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); strengthens the function of astringing the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel) and restraining the Xue (Blood); nourishes and stabilizes the Kidney; stimulates sex hormones; regulates the Uterus and menses; Small Intestine Mu Alarm point
CV-3 (+): assists the transforming functions of Qi; tonifies the Kidney Qi and Yang; regulates the Lower Warmer, Uterus and menses; removes Xue Yu (Blood Stasis) in the Uterus; Bladder Mu Alarm point
• CV-2 (= or +): warms the Yang and reinforces the Kidney; regulates menses; regulates and tonifies the Uterus
• St-27 (+): reinforces Kidney Qi; strengthens Yang; moves Stagnant Qi in Uterus; dissipates abdominal distension
St-28 (+): activates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel); facilitates Lower Warmer; seeps Water Dampness by opening Water Pathways to promote diuresis; important point for regulation of body fluids; palpation: ovary reflex point (Matsumoto)
St-29 (+): promotes Qi and Xue (Blood) circulation; moves Qi Stagnation and Xue Yu (Blood Stasis) to "return" the period (Finkelstein, p. 17); treats Yin of the Uterus; regulates the Lower Warmer and menstruation; stops pain; master point for female genital afflictions
St-30 (+): harmonizes the Xue (Blood) and Ying (Constructive) Qi; dispels Qi Stagnation and Xue Yu (Blood Stasis); warms the Lower Warmer and Uterus; treats genital problems; effects round and broad ligaments of the uterus; distributes Jing (Essence) and Yuan (Original) Qi to the genitals, Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and the five curious organs (Brain, Spine, Bones and Marrow, Gall Bladder and Uterus); Entry point of the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Sea of Nourishment; palpation: gynecological reflex point (Matsumoto); if the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) is troubled St-30 will be tender to palpation (Finkelstein, p. 17)
GB-26 (+): regulates the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel); special point for treating gynecological conditions; promotes Kidney Qi circulation; regulates menses; clears and invigorates the channels; Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel) Entry point
• GB-27 (=): removes Stagnancy of Liver Qi; invigorates the Kidney; regulates the menses
• GB-28 (=): regulates the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)
Sp-10 (= and/or +): regulates and invigorates the Xue (Blood); nourishes Xue (Blood) Dryness; perfuses the Lower Warmer; regulates the menses; "Sea of Blood"
• Sp-8 (=): regulates and tonifies the Spleen (especially Qi); promotes circulation of Qi; invigorates the Xue (Blood) to move Xue Yu (Blood Stasis); regulates and adjusts the Uterus; regulates menstruation; Spleen Xi Cleft Accumulation point
Sp-6 (+): pacifies the Shen; nourishes Yin, esp. of the Spleen, Liver and Kidney; influences the pituitary, adrenals, uterus and ovaries (Finkelstein, p. 27; Worsley, 1985, p. B-20); strengthens the Spleen; tonifies Qi and builds the Xue (Blood); clears and moves the Xue (Blood); transforms Xue Yu (Blood Stasis) and frees Qi Stagnation; transforms Dampness and Heat; stimulates activity of the Uterus, regulates the menses, and reduces menstrual pain; regulates the Xue (Blood) Chamber and the Palace of Jing (Essence) (Flaws, 1989, p. 46); Jiao Hui Intersecting point of the three Foot Yin channels
Sp-4 (+): moves, adjusts and strengthens the Spleen and Middle Warmer; regulates the Xue (Blood), Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and menstrual cycle; invigorates the Xue (Blood) and regulates the Sea of Xue (Blood); regulates the Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel); disperses Qi Stagnation and Xue Yu (Blood Stasis); transforms Dampness; tonifies Yuan (Original) Qi; Spleen Luo Connecting point; Master point of Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel); Couple point of the Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel)
Lv-8 (+): tonifies and invigorates Liver; nourishes Liver Xue (Blood); soothes the sinews and tendons; frees and facilitates the Lower Warmer; Liver He Sea Uniting, Water and Tonification point; important point to check (Matsumoto)
• Lv-5 (=): spreads Liver Qi and disperses Liver Qi Stagnation; benefits the Qi; tonifies Liver and Yang; relieves Obstruction in Lower Warmer; secures Jing (Essence); tonifies and warms Fire of Life function as manifested in sexuality (Finkelstein, p. 74); benefits urogenital area; regulates menses; Liver Luo Connecting point
Lv-3 (=): pacifies the Shen; influences the ovaries (Worsley, 1975, p. B-20); clears, and regulates the Liver; promotes smooth flow of Qi and Xue (Blood); disperses Liver Qi Stagnation; tonifies Liver Xue (Blood); regulates circulation of Xue (Blood) to disperse Xue Yu (Blood Stasis) and regulate menses; Liver Yuan Source and Earth point
• Lv-1 (-): regulates and tonifies the Liver, esp. Qi and Xue (Blood); stimulates the Qi of the Liver; regulates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); contains the Xue (Blood), i.e., stops bleeding; regulates menses; relieves Obstruction in the Lower Warmer (-); Liver Jing Well, Wood, Horary and Entry point
GB-41 (= and/or +): regulates the Liver and Gall Bladder; removes Stagnancy of Liver Qi; spreads Liver Qi to reduce Stagnation of Phlegm and Xue (Blood); clears and regulates Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel); Gall Bladder Wood and Horary point; Master point of the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel); Couple point of the Yang Wei Mai (Yang Linking Vessel)
• Kd-7 (+): clears Heat and nourishes Yin; strengthens Spleen and rids body of excess fluids; tonifies Yuan (Original) Qi; strengthens and enriches the Kidney; tonifies the Liver via the mother/child relationship; facilitates and regulates the menses; disperses Stagnation; Kidney Metal and Tonification point
Kd-6 (+): pacifies the Shen and stabilizes the Will; removes Obstruction from the Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel); opens the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); balances excess or deficiency of any hormonal secretion and stimulates adrenals (Finkelstein, p. 53); tonifies Kidney (especially Yin); dispels Dampness; promotes function of the Uterus; regulates the Lower Warmer and menses; frees the channels and invigorates the collateral vessels; sedates pain; Master point and Entry point of the Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel); Couple point of Ren Mai (Conception Vessel)
• Kd-5 (=): reinforces the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); regulates Qi and Xue (Blood); strengthens Yuan (Original) Qi; moves the Lower Warmer; regulates the menses; Kidney Xi Cleft Accumulation point
Kd-4 (+): nourishes the Shen and Yin; reinforces the Liver and Kidney, the latter through longitudinal Luo vessels; facilitates the flow of Qi and Xue (Blood); harmonizes the Xue (Blood); supplements the Jing (Essence); Kidney Luo Connecting point
• Kd-3 (+): tonifies the Kidney, Yuan (Original) Qi, Xue (Blood) and Jing (Essence); nourishes and enriches Kidney Yin, supplies Liver Yin, and tonifies Yin of the entire body; regulates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); promotes function of the Uterus; regulates the menses; Kidney Yuan Source and Earth point
• UB-62 (+): clears the Shen and Heart; opens and moves the Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Motility Vessel); Master point of the Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Motility Vessel); Couple point of the Du Mai (Governing Vessel)

ear: uterus, endocrine, triple warmer


footnotes