Spleen 5

Spleen
Written By Elizabeth Fuqua

Sp 5 / Shangqiu / Metal Mound

POINT LOCATION

In the depression distal and inferior to the medial malleolus, midway between the tuberosity of the navicular bone and the tip of the medial malleolus.

 

ASSOCIATIONS

 

    INDICATIONS / CONDITIONS TREATED

    • Abdominal distention

    • Lethargy

    • Diarrhea

    • Constipation

    • Hemorrhoids

    • Hernia

    • Pain and rigidity of the tongue

    • Pain and motion restriction of the ankle

     

    TCM ACTIONS

    • Tonifies the SP
    • Resolves Dampness

     

    TCM PATTERNS TREATED

    • Spleen Qi Deficiency
    Elizabeth Fuqua

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