Skip to content

LR 6 Acupuncture Point

LIV 6 Acupuncture Point

LR 6 Acupuncture Point is called as zhōng dū. Zhong means middle. Du means confluence. This point is at the mid point of the medial aspect of the leg and is a confluence of the Qi of the Liver Meridian.

LR 6 Acupuncture Point
LR 6 Acupuncture Point

LR 6 Acupuncture Point Location

On the medial side of the leg, posterior to the tibial medial margin, 7 cun superior to the
medial malleolus. Needle subcutaneously 0.5 – 0.8 cun.

7 cun above medial malleolus, just posterior to crest of tibia

LR 6 Acupuncture Point Names

中都 zhōng dū

Liver 6 Central Metropolis

Speciality

  • Xi Cleft Point on the Liver Channel
  • Central Capital

Functions

  • Moves Liver qi and regulates lower jiao
  • Regulates blood
  • Drains dampness

Indication

  • Uterine Bleeding
  • Hernia
  • shan disorder, lower abdominal pain, uterine bleeding
  • cold in lower leg, pain in inner aspect of leg, flaccidity and emaciation of legs

Diseases

Lower limb joint pain.

Discomfort

Area of Protection

Leave your ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review to show us your support!

Acupuncture Points

Leave your ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review to show us your support!

Acupuncture Channels/Meridians

Legal Disclaimer Notice: The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *