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Zhongwan (CV 12)

Location

On the anterior midline, 4 cun above the umbilicus.

Indications
  • Stomachache, abdominal distention, borborygmus, indigestion
  • Nausea, vomiting, acid regurgitation
  • Diarrhea, dysentery
  • Jaundice, insomnia
Contraindications: 
Contraindicated during pregnancy
Applications
  • Harmonizes the middle jiao, descends rebellious qi
  • Tonifies the Stomach, strengthens the Spleen
  • Regulates qi, alleviates pain
Techniques

Needle perpendicularly 0.5-1.2 cun. Deep insertion is not advisable as it may puncture the peritoneal cavity.

Remarks
Special Points Remarks: 
Front Mu Point - ST
8 Hui Influential Point - Fu