DU7 (Zhongshu, “Central Pivot”) is an acupuncture point on the Governing Vessel Meridian. It is located on the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10). It benefits the spine, regulates the Liver and Gallbladder.
On the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10).
Oblique insertion superiorly 0.5-1 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.
Benefits the spine, regulates the Liver and Gallbladder.
Low back pain, stiffness of the spine, jaundice, cholecystitis.
DU7 is primarily indicated for lumbar pain and stiffness, particularly when accompanied by a sensation of cold. It also has a notable effect on regulating the Liver and Gallbladder, making it useful for hypochondriac pain, jaundice, and other Liver/Gallbladder disharmonies. Its influence on the Liver suggests its use for sinew problems in the lower back. It can be combined with BL18 and BL19 for Liver/Gallbladder issues.
DU7 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU7 (Zhongshu) is located on the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10).
DU7 benefits the spine, regulates the Liver and Gallbladder. Common clinical indications include low back pain, stiffness of the spine, jaundice, cholecystitis.
Oblique insertion superiorly 0.5-1 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
DU7 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).