SP 6
Acupuncture Point Theory
SP 6 Acupuncture Point Applications and Theory
The acupuncture point "SP 6" , 三陰交, is represented by "Sanyinjiao" in pinyin and "Three Yin Intersection" in english and may be found:
3 cun directly above the tip of the medial malleoulus on the posterior border of the tibia.
Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:
- Tonify Yin and Blood, all Spleen disorders.
- Digestive disorders, sinking/prolapse.
- Gynecological issues, male sexual issues, difficult labor (expel fetus).
- Menstrual issues (irregular, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea).
- Bleeding disorders, uterine bleeding, cool blood in hot skin diseases.
- Insomnia, palpitations, and other anxiety related emotions.
- Dizziness, hypertension.
SP 6 has some precautions to be considered (see our precautions list).
Cautions with pregnancy (PG)
Sp 6 has the following theoretical associations which serve as important guideposts in designing an effective treatment protocol:
- Intersection point of the SP, LV and KD (3 leg yin meridians)
A single acupuncture point is not commonly thought of as an empirical way to influence a TCM diagnostic pattern. SP6, however, is a strong candidate to be incorporated into an acupuncture protocol for patients who exhibit: Kidney Yin Deficiency and/or Spleen Qi Deficiency
SP 6 may potentially be used, in coordination with a well designed acupuncture treatment protocol, to influence the following conditions: Amenorrhea (Absence of Menstruation), Anxiety, Depression, Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual Pain - Cramps), Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Insomnia, Irregular Menstruation, Organ Prolapse, Palpitations and/or Uterine Bleeding
While not necessarily valid clinically, KD 7 (Tonifies KD Yang, especially with respect to wate…), KD 8 (Issues of movement and mobility of the medial asp…) and LV 5 (Genital Issues, especially damp-heat related infe…) are nearby.
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