English Name:
Diaphragm Point
Naming Convention:
“Ge” means diaphragm. This point is mainly indicated in disorders of the diaphragm such as nausea, vomiting, belching and hiccup. Hence the name Geshu (Diaphragm Point).
Location:
1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra.
Clinical Applications:
Phrenospasm.
Esophagospasm.
Hemoptysis.
Bloody vomiting.
Anemia.
Cough.
Asthma.
Urticaria (combine with Xuehai (SP10) and Quchi (LI11)).
Relieve the heaviness in the chest.
Regulate qi circulation.
Tonify blood.
Pacify the stomach.
Caution: