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五枢

Synonyms:
  1. GB27
  2. Wushu
  3. 五樞

Wushu
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Wushu(GB27，五枢) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Shaoyang Gall Bladder Meridian of Foot.

Location

Anterior to the anterior superior iliac spine and 3 cun below the level with the umbilicus.

Indication

  • ①Irregular menstruation, prolapse of the uterus,leucorrhea;
  • ②hernia;
  • ③lumbago,abdominal pain.

Method

Puncture perpendicularly 0.5-1.0 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.