DU9 (Zhiyang, “Zhiyang”) 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). This point is on the Governing Vessel. A related set of points, also called Yanggang, are located on the Bladder channel, 3 cun lateral to the midline at the same vertebral level. It clears heat and resolves dampness, soothes the Liver and Gallbladder, regulates the Spleen and Stomach, and alleviates pain.
On the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10). This point is on the Governing Vessel. A related set of points, also called Yanggang, are located on the Bladder channel, 3 cun lateral to the midline at the same vertebral level.
Slightly superior oblique insertion, 0.5 to 1.0 cun. Needling this point on the Du Mai is deep to the spinal canal; caution is required.
Clears heat and resolves dampness, soothes the Liver and Gallbladder, regulates the Spleen and Stomach, and alleviates pain..
Abdominal fullness and distention, diarrhea, loose stools, borborygmus, abdominal pain, inability to eat, lack of appetite, lassitude, body heat, jaundice, yellow eyes, reddish urine, difficult urination, pain in the chest and back..
Yanggang is a significant point for treating jaundice and other disorders of the Liver and Gallbladder, such as abdominal distention and pain. Its classical indications strongly point to its role in resolving damp-heat affecting the middle jiao. It is also used for digestive issues like borborygmus, diarrhea, and poor appetite, reflecting its ability to regulate the Spleen and Stomach. The location on the back also makes it relevant for pain in the thoracic spine and abdomen.
DU9 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU9 (Zhiyang) is located on the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10). This point is on the Governing Vessel. A related set of points, also called Yanggang, are located on the Bladder channel, 3 cun lateral to the midline at the same vertebral level.
DU9 clears heat and resolves dampness, soothes the Liver and Gallbladder, regulates the Spleen and Stomach, and alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include abdominal fullness and distention, diarrhea, loose stools, borborygmus, abdominal pain, inability to eat, lack of appetite, lassitude, body heat, jaundice, yellow eyes, reddish urine, difficult urination, pain in the chest and back.
Slightly superior oblique insertion, 0.5 to 1.0 cun. Needling this point on the Du Mai is deep to the spinal canal; caution is required.
DU9 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).