KD 19 Acupuncture Point Theory

KD 19 Acupuncture Point Applications and Theory

The acupuncture point "KD 19" , 陰都, is represented by "Yin Du" in pinyin and "Yin Metropolis" in english and may be found:

4 cun above CV 8, .5 cun lateral to CV 12.

Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:

Local point for abdominal and intestinal pain.
Vomiting, reflux, nausea, bloating - harmonizes stomach.
Fertility issues, primarily by moving blood stagnation in the lower warmer.

Kd 19 has the following theoretical associations which serve as important guideposts in designing an effective treatment protocol:

Intersection Point of the KD & Chong Mai Meridians

Explore kd 19 functional grouping theory - Shokanten - Nine Continent, or read all point categories and related theory.

A single acupuncture point is not commonly thought of as an empirical way to influence a TCM diagnostic pattern. KD19, however, is a strong candidate to be incorporated into an acupuncture protocol for patients who exhibit: Stomach Rebellious Qi

KD 19 may potentially be used, in coordination with a well designed acupuncture treatment protocol, to influence the following conditions: Abdominal Pain, Acid Reflux Disease (GERD), Infertility, Nausea and/or Vomiting

While not necessarily valid clinically, CV 12 (CV 12 is useful for middle warmer issues, whereas…) and ST 21 (Tonifies Middle Warmer, assists CV 12. Epigastri…) are nearby.

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