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    Ex-B13
    Xiajiyu
    xià jí yú ( 下極俞|下极俞 )
    Lowest Qi Transformation

Xiajiyu (Ex-B13)

Location

On the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the 3rd lumbar vertebra.

Indications
  • Back pain
  • Dysuria, enuresis
Applications
  • Strengthens the back and the Kidney
Techniques

Perpendicular needling 0.5-1 cun. Moxa 5-10 minutes.

Remarks
Xiajiyu (Ex-B13) is referenced in the ancient text Qian Jin Yao Fang, while Xiazhishi (Ex-B5) is referenced in modern TCM acupuncture textbooks. The location of this point appear to be the same.