Da Heng: TCM Acupoint Guide

NAME

DAHENG

LOCATION

4 cun lateral to the center of the umbilicus, lateral to the rectus abdominus muscle.
3.5 cun lateral to the navel.
4 cun lateral to the center of the umbilicus, on the midclavicular line.
On the abdomen, in the depression at the lateral border of the rectus abdominus muscle level with the umbilicus.
Note: the point is normally defined as 4 cun lateral to the midline. On the abdomen, the 4 cun line is located at the lateral border of the rectus abdominus muscle.

NEEDLING

Puncture perpendicularly 0.7 to 1.2 cun.
Moxibustion is applicable.
Straight insertion 1 to 1.5 cun. Sensation: local distention and soreness
For parasites in the Intestines, the needle is inserted toward the navel, 2 to 2.5 cun. Sensation: local distention and soreness, possibly extending throughout the side of the abdomen on which the point is needled.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun.
Caution: in thin patients, deep needling may penetrate the peritoneal cavity. Deep needling at this point may penetrate a substantially enlarged Liver or Spleen.

COMMAND FUNCTIONS

Intersecting point on the Yin Wei (Linking) Channel

ACTIONS

Moves Qi
Regulates the Intestines
Strengthens the Spleen
Strengthens the limbs
Resolves Dampness
Regulates Qi
Stops pain
Promotes the function of the Large Intestine

INDICATIONS

Chronic constipation
Cold and weak limbs
Chronic diarrhea with mucus in the stools
Abdominal pain due to Liver Qi Stagnation
Dysenteric disorders with or without Blood
Appendicitis
Lower abdominal pain and Cold
Fatigued extremities
Fecal incontinence
Inability to raise and move the four limbs
Abdominal pain and distention
Diarrhea
Dysentery
Constipation
Intestinal parasites
Intestinal paralysis
Cold or Damp diarrhea
Sensation of Heat in the hypogastrium with sighing
Propensity to sadness
Sighing
Weeping
Copious sweating
Severe diarrhea

COMBINATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS

NOTES

This is an important point for abdominal complaints. It is an important point for regulating the Qi of the Large Intestines. It is often used for chronic constipation of the Deficiency type. This is good for people experiencing earthquakes in the mind and spirit. It brings steadiness and security.