DU12 (Shenzhu, “Body Pillar”) is an acupuncture point on the Governing Vessel Meridian. It is located on the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra. It dispels wind, clears heat, and strengthens the back.
On the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra.
Oblique insertion superiorly 0.5-1 cun. Caution: pneumothorax.
Dispels wind, clears heat, and strengthens the back.
Cough, asthma, neck rigidity, back pain, epilepsy, infantile convulsion.
Shenzhu, 'Body Pillar,' is a vital point on the Du Meridian known for strengthening the back, dispelling wind, and clearing heat. It is particularly effective for stiffness and pain in the thoracic spine, cough, asthma, and childhood febrile diseases. Its name signifies its role in supporting the body and regulating the Qi of the back. It is a common empirical point for pediatric cough and asthma, often used with BL13.
DU12 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU12 (Shenzhu) is located on the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra.
DU12 dispels wind, clears heat, and strengthens the back. Common clinical indications include cough, asthma, neck rigidity, back pain, epilepsy, infantile convulsion.
Oblique insertion superiorly 0.5-1 cun. Caution: pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
DU12 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).