DU5 (Xuanshu, “Suspended Pivot”) is an acupuncture point on the Governing Vessel Meridian. It is located on the posterior midline, 1.5 cun superior to the tip of the coccyx, at the level of the third sacral posterior foramen. It benefits the lumbar spine, regulates the intestines.
On the posterior midline, 1.5 cun superior to the tip of the coccyx, at the level of the third sacral posterior foramen.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. No major safety cautions.
Benefits the lumbar spine, regulates the intestines.
Low back pain, abdominal distention, diarrhea, constipation.
DU5 is primarily used for its local effect on the lumbar spine, particularly for stiffness and pain in the lower back. It also has a secondary action on regulating the intestines, making it useful for conditions like diarrhea or constipation, especially when related to spinal issues. Clinically, it's often combined with local Ashi points for lumbar pain.
DU5 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU5 (Xuanshu) is located on the posterior midline, 1.5 cun superior to the tip of the coccyx, at the level of the third sacral posterior foramen.
DU5 benefits the lumbar spine, regulates the intestines. Common clinical indications include low back pain, abdominal distention, diarrhea, constipation.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. No major safety cautions.
DU5 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).