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LUNG 7
This point is known for its effect on the LUNGS. It can be used for: Headaches, Swelling of limbs, Chills and Fever, and any LUNG issues.
LARGE INTESTINE 4
This point is the command point for the FACE/ HEAD. So, it's good for any sinus problems or lockjaw. It's a great point for headaches and to reduce heat in the body. This point can be used to induce labor.THIS POINT SHOULD BE AVOIDED DURING PREGNANCY!
STOMACH 36
This point is known as "point of sea and grain', for its ability to harmonize the digestive system. It is said that, if you MOXA this point everyday, it will strengthen your immune system and keep you young. This is a great point to use to tonify Qi and Blood.
SPLEEN 6
This point is a great point for WOMEN, it's known for this ability to regulate menses!! Spleen 6 is the meeting point of the SPLEEN, KIDNEY, & LIVER. It's another point that can be used to induce labor.THIS POINT SHOULD BE AVOIDED DURING PREGNANCY!
HEART 8
Heart 8 is a great point to calm the spirit. This point is great at clearing heat in the body and reducing pain. One can use this point to treat: sadness, difficult urination, itching genitals, excess worry, fear of people, sighing, and palpitations.
SMALL INTESTINE 5
SI 5 is a great point to reduce swelling and clear heat. It is also used to calm the spirit, treat toothache, tinnitus, dizziness, eye pain, mania, mad walking, wrist pain, unable to raise shoulder, and difficulty breathing.
KIDNEY 7
The name of this point is 'Recovering Flow. It is a powerful point that is usually felt. This point is great for strengthening the Kidneys and lower back, it regulates sweating, treats edema, diarrhea, and blood in stool.
PERICARDIUM 6
Pc 6 is known for unbinding the chest, regulating the Heart, and calming the spirit. This point also clears heat and alleviates nausea and vomiting. If suffering from side effects of chemo or insufficient lactation, stimulate this point.
SAN JIAO 5
This point is known for its ability to clear heat. It's also great for pain in the abdomen, and inability to bend the elbow or fingers. It especially benefits the ears and eyes. It's commonly known to treat tinnitus and deafness.
LIVER 3
LV 3 is commonly used together with LI4, this combo is known as the '4 GATES'. This combo is used to move the Qi in the WHOLE BODY.This point can also treat: eye problems/pain, constipation, pain in the genitals, headache, and dizziness.
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