What is He-Sea Points?

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The fifth and final of the Five Shu points, located near the elbows and knees, where qi converges like a river into a sea; they are effective for treating rebellious qi, diarrhea, skin diseases, and disorders of the respective fu organs.

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What is He-Sea Points in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

The fifth and final of the Five Shu points, located near the elbows and knees, where qi converges like a river into a sea; they are effective for treating rebellious qi, diarrhea, skin diseases, and disorders of the respective fu organs.

What category does He-Sea Points belong to?

He-Sea Points is part of the Point Categories group of TCM concepts.

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