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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
» 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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