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Xuanshu(GV5,悬枢) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Governor Vessel.
Location
On the midline of the lower back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra(L1).
Indication
- ①Pain and stiffness in the waist and spinal column;
- ②abdominal pain, abdominal distension, indigestion, diarrhea, dysentery.
Method
Puncture perpendicularly 0.5-1.0 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.
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