SI 1 Acupuncture Point Theory

SI 1 Acupuncture Point Applications and Theory

The acupuncture point "SI 1" , 少澤, is represented by "Shao Ze" in pinyin and "Lesser Marsh" in english and may be found:

.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail on the ulnar side of the little finger.

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

Breast disorders of any etiology, insufficient lactation, mastitis, breast abscess, cysts.
Jing Well Point, clear heat from the opposite end of the channel, for eye redness, earache, tinnitus, sore throat, stiff tongue.
Headache, dizziness, loss of consciousness.
Local point for problems of the little finger and the course of the channel - pain and/or weakness of the arm and/or shoulder.

Si 1 has the following theoretical associations which serve as important guideposts in designing an effective treatment protocol:

Explore si 1 functional groupings theory - Entry Exit Point and/or Five Shu, 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. SI1, however, is a strong candidate to be incorporated into an acupuncture protocol for patients who exhibit: Liver Fire

SI 1 may potentially be used, in coordination with a well designed acupuncture treatment protocol, to influence the following conditions: Arm Pain, Breast Cancer, Breast Distention, Cysts, Dizziness (Vertigo), Ear Problems, Eye Problems, Fainting (Loss of Consciousness), Headache, Insufficient Lactation, Mastitis, Sore Throat and/or Tinnitus

While not necessarily valid clinically, HT 9 (Jing Well Point - clear heat a/or obstruction fro…) and TH 1 (Similar to TH 3 which is used more clinically. ) are nearby.

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