DU8 (Jinsuo, “Jinsuo means 'Sinew Contraction'”) is an acupuncture point on the Governing Vessel Meridian. It is located on the posterior midline of the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra (T9). It extinguishes internal wind, calms the Shen, relaxes the sinews, and relieves spasms.
On the posterior midline of the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra (T9).
Slightly superior oblique insertion, 0.5 to 1.0 cun. Needling this point carries a risk of puncturing the spinal canal, so depth must be carefully controlled.
Extinguishes internal wind, calms the Shen, relaxes the sinews, and relieves spasms..
Manic running, epilepsy, fright epilepsy (seizures), spinal rigidity and stiffness, eyes rolling upwards, staring eyes, seizure disorder with excessive talking, heart pain..
Jinsuo is a key point on the Governing Vessel for treating conditions of internal wind affecting the spine and spirit. Its name, 'Sinew Contraction,' points directly to its classical use for epilepsy, convulsions, and spinal stiffness or opisthotonos. The classical texts consistently associate it with severe shen disturbances like manic running and madness, making it a primary choice for acute, wind-driven neurological and psychiatric presentations.
DU8 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU8 (Jinsuo) is located on the posterior midline of the back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra (T9).
DU8 extinguishes internal wind, calms the Shen, relaxes the sinews, and relieves spasms. Common clinical indications include manic running, epilepsy, fright epilepsy (seizures), spinal rigidity and stiffness, eyes rolling upwards, staring eyes, seizure disorder with excessive talking, heart pain.
Slightly superior oblique insertion, 0.5 to 1.0 cun. Needling this point carries a risk of puncturing the spinal canal, so depth must be carefully controlled.
DU8 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).