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endocrine system
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acupuncture

patterns and combinations

after assessing the person and palpating, consider these patterns:
Heat in the Xue (Blood); Kidney Yin Xu (Deficiency); Xue Xu (Blood Deficiency); dysfunction of the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel); dysfunction of the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)

» combinations:
• 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 pituitary (Worsley, 1975, p. B-20; McWilliams, et al, Lesson 31, p. 258)
• Kd-13, UB-67, Kd-7, GB-37, Sp-6, Kd-2, GV-4 and Lv-3: influence ovaries (Worsley, 1975, p. B-20; McWilliams, et al, Lesson 31, p. 258)
• SI-3 after UB-62 causes release of ACTH and sex hormones (Finkelstein, p. 34)
• St-28 and CV-4 (+): stimulate ovaries and Lower Warmer (Ambrose)
• Lv-3 and Sp-6: harmonize Liver Qi and treat Kidney and Spleen (Eisen)
• 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 and regulate 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


point analysis

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palpate and consider:
GV-17 (+): regulates the Marrow and the Brain; stimulates the pituitary; builds strong Shen and psychic energy; controlling point of the Sea of Marrow
GV-16 (+): calms the Shen and quiets the Soul; stimulates pituitary and central nervous system (Finkelstein, p. 80); Window of the Sky point; sends a vessel directly into the brain; directly linked to CV-23; Sea of Marrow point
• GV-13 (+): harmonizes Yin and Yang; pacifies the Shen; readjusts Qi in and spreads Yang Qi through the Du Mai (Governing Vessel); stimulates the pituitary and adrenals
GV-4 (=): pacifies the Shen; nourishes the Yuan (Original) Qi; strengthens the Kidney; reinforces and astringes the Jing (Essence); regulates the menses; stimulates testes, adrenals and ovaries (Finkelstein, p. 77); frees the channels and invigorates the collateral vessels
• UB-23 (+): strengthens the Brain and Marrow; strengthens Yang; nourishes Yin, Xue (Blood) and Kidney Jing (Essence); Kidney Shu Associated point
• UB-47/52 (+): strengthens Will power; tonifies Kidney Qi, Kidney Yang, Kidney Yin, Jing (Essence) and Yuan (Original) Qi; affects genitals; Kidney psychospiritual associated point
yin tang (=): pacifies the Shen; stimulates 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)
• TW-5 (+): reinforces the Three Warmers (Finkelstein, p. 61); normalizes excess of gonadotropins and stimulates thyroid (Finkelstein, p. 62); moves the Yang Wei Mai; Triple Warmer Luo Connecting point; Master point of the Yang Wei Mai (Yang Linking Vessel); Couple point of the Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)
• PC-6 (+): spreads the Qi and facilitates the Qi function of the Upper and Middle Warmers; regulates Liver Qi and relieves Liver Qi Stagnation; 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)
Lu-7 (+): opens and regulates the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); effects release of sexual hormones; 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 (+): opens the Du Mai (Governing Vessel); treats pituitary imbalance, using location reactive to palpation, often ca. SI-3.5 (Matsumoto); 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-13 (=): spreads and promotes smooth flow of Liver Qi; influences liver's ability to neutralize unemployed sex hormones (Finkelstein, p. 75); regulates circulation of Qi and Xue (Blood); Spleen Mu Alarm point; Hui Reunion point of the five Zang (Yin viscera)
• CV-15 (=): pacifies the Shen; stimulates pituitary (Finkelstein, p. 91); promotes flow of Qi; benefits Yuan (Original) Qi; nourishes all Yin organs; Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) Luo Connecting point; Source point of the five Zang (Yin viscera)
• CV-10 (+): strengthens the Spleen and regulates the Stomach; stimulates adrenals, pituitary and lower duct of the Triple Warmer (Finkelstein, p. 88)
• CV-7 (=): regulates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) (D); regulates menses and the Xue (Blood); stimulates all sex hormones (Finkelstein, p. 87); Mu Alarm point of the Lower Warmer
CV-4 (+): 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); nourishes and stabilizes the Kidney; stimulates sex hormones; warms the Kidney Yang, the Lower Warmer and Uterus; regulates the Uterus and menses; eliminates Cold in the genitals and Lower Warmer (D); Small Intestine Mu Alarm point
Kd-13 (+): increases activity of pituitary gland; regulates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); tonifies the Kidney and Jing (Essence); reinforces Kidney Qi; beneficial to female reproductive organs; influences development of uterus (D)
St-28 (+): activates Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel); facilitates Lower Warmer
zi gong (=): local regulatory point; tonifies and warms Yuan (Original) Qi; regulates menstruation; "Uterus"
• GB-26 (=): regulates Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel); special point for treating gynecological conditions; promotes Kidney Qi circulation; regulates menses; Entry point of Dai Mai (Girdle Vessel)
• Sp-8 (-): regulates and tonifies the Spleen (especially Qi); promotes circulation of Qi and invigorates the Xue (Blood); regulates and adjusts the Uterus; regulates menstruation; stabilizes Kidney Qi; Spleen Xi Cleft Accumulation point
• Sp-6 (+): nourishes Yin; tonifies Qi and builds the Xue (Blood); regulates Xue (Blood) circulation; frees Qi Stagnation and spreads the Liver Qi; benefits the Kidney; warms the Middle and Lower Warmers; 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-5 (-): stimulates posterior lobe of pituitary (Finkelstein, p. 27); transforms Damp Stagnation and Damp-Heat; Spleen Metal and Dispersion point; Hui Reunion point of the Veins
• Sp-4 (+): tonifies Yuan (Original) Qi; regulates the Xue (Blood), Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and menstrual cycle; treats genital organs; Spleen Luo Connecting point; Master point of Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel); Couple point of the Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel)
Kd-8 (-): regulates Qi and Xue (Blood); regulates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); regulates menstruation; adjusts Qi and Xue (Blood) in Uterus and genitals; regulates female reproductive system and stimulates female hormones; tonifies the Kidney; regulates adrenals and Kidney Qi; removes masses; Xi Cleft Accumulation point of Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel)
Kd-6 (+): opens the Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel) and regulates the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); balances excess or deficiency of any hormonal secretion (Finkelstein, p. 53); tonifies Kidney (especially Yin); promotes function of the Uterus; regulates the Lower Warmer and menses; Master point and Entry point of the Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel); Couple point of Ren Mai (Conception Vessel)
Kd-2 (=): nourishes Yin; tonifies Kidney (especially Yang) and Jing (Essence); regulates the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) and Ren Mai (Conception Vessel); strengthens Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel); regulates ovarian hormones; Kidney Fire point
• UB-62 (=): 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)
• UB-67 (=): regulates and promotes flow of Qi and Xue (Blood); effects ovaries, all hormones and lymphatic system (Finkelstein, p. 51); Bladder Jing Well, Metal, Tonification and Exit point
Lv-3 (=): regulates the Liver; promotes smooth flow of Qi and Xue (Blood); spreads Liver Qi Stagnation; subdues Liver Yang; tonifies Liver Xue (Blood); influences the ovaries (Worsley, 1975, p. B-20); regulates circulation of Xue (Blood) to disperse Xue Yu (Blood Stasis) and regulate menses; Liver Yuan Source and Earth point
• GB-37 (=): stimulates anterior lobe of the pituitary (Finkelstein, p. 70); clears and reduces Fire of Liver and Gall Bladder; regulates the Liver; invigorates the channels; Gall Bladder Luo Connecting point
• GB-41 (=): regulates the Liver and Gall Bladder; removes Stagnancy of Liver Qi; relieves distention and swelling in the breast; stops secretion of milk; 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)


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