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大包

Synonyms:
  1. SP21
  2. Dabao

Dabao
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Dabao(SP21, 大包) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Taiyin Spleen Meridian of Foot. It is the Great Luo-Connecting point of the spleen.

Location

On the lateral side of the chest and on the middle axillary line,in the 6th intercostal space.

Indication

  • ①Asthma;
  • ②fullness and pain in the chest and hypochondriac region;
  • ③general pain;
  • ④chest pain;
  • ⑤tiredness of limbs.

Method

  • ①Puncture obliquely 0.3-0.5 inch.
  • ②Moxibustion is applicable.