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extra point(s)
da gu kong
acupuncture

definition

da gu kong = greater bone hollow
location: on the dorsal aspect of the thumb, in the center of the skin crease between the distal and middle phalanges
• M-UE-15
actions: rectifies the Qi; brightens the eyes and removes screens; facilitates flow of Qi and Xue (Blood); relaxes and strengthens sinews and tendons; frees the channels and invigorates the collateral vessels
indications: eye disorders; cataracts; excessive lachrymation; film over eyes; itchy eyes; vomiting and diarrhea; pain and arthritis in the thumb knuckle
needle technique: perpendicular insertion, 0.1 inch (Ellis, et al, 1988, p. 406); however, others recommend no needle (So, 1984, p. 128)
moxa: 7 cones of direct moxa, one-third rice grain size (So, 1984, p. 128); 5 - 10 minutes of indirect moxa with a pole


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