Ren Continued Flashcards
Ren 2 Name
Curved Bone
Ren 2 location and needling
Location: Midpoint of upper border pubic symphysis
Needling: Perp 0.5-1 in
Ren 2 Actions
Benefits urination
Regulates lower Jiao
Warms and invigorates the kidneys
Ren 2 Cautions
Caution: Deep insertion will penetrate full bladder
Ren 7 name
Yin intersection
Ren 7 Location and Needling
Location: 1 cun below umbilicus
Needling: 0.8-1.2 in
Ren 7 Actions
Regulates menstruation
Benefits lower abdomen and genital region
Ren 7 Cautions
Caution: Deep insertion will penetrate peritoneal cavity
Ren 9 Name
Water Separation
Ren 9 Location and Needling
Location: 1 cun above umbilicus
Needling: Perp 0.5-1in
Ren 9 Actions
Regulates the water passages and treats edema
Harmonizes the intestines and dispels accumulation
Ren 9 Cautions
Caution: In thin patients, deep penetrate peritoneal cavity
Ren 10 Name
Lower Cavity (Pyloric Valve)
Ren 10 Location and Needling
Location: 2 cun above umbilicus
Needling: 0.5-12. In
Ren 10 Actions
Harmonizes the stomach and regulates qi
Dispels food stagnation