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DU-3
  Location On the midline, below the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra (L4). How to find For orientation in the lumbar region (➞ 3.4.3), first, locate the Tuffier’s line (a line connecting the two most superior points on the iliac crest), which generally intersects with the spinous process of L4. (Note: Point location in the lumbar region is dependent on the patient’s position; for more detail on orientation ➞ 3.4). Locate Du-3 on the midline, below the spinous process of L4. Located on the same level are a point of ➞ Ex-B-2/BL-25/Ex-B-6/Ex-B-7 (0.5/1.5/3/3.5 cun lateral to the midline). Actions/Indications ● Dispels Wind, Cold and Dampness ● Regulates Qi in the Lower Burner, strengthens the Original Qi (yuan qi) Special features Important local point for combined back and leg pain | |
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