Spleen Shu
Pishu · 脾俞 · ผีซู
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Location
1.5 cun lateral to the dorsal midline at the 12th intercostal space.
Landmark: 12th intercostal space.
Actions and Indications
Tonifies the spleen and supports digestion.
Needling
Oblique toward the midline, 0.5-1 cm.
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Conditions That Use This Point
Often Used Together With
Leg Three Li 足三里
The strongest qi and blood tonic; regulates stomach and intestines and supports immunity.
Bai Hui (lumbosacral) 百會
The principal point for the lower back and hindlimbs; raises yang and relieves pain — the most used point in veterinary acupuncture.
Inner Pass 內關
Regulates qi in the chest, stops nausea and vomiting, calms the spirit.
Large Intestine Shu 大腸俞
Regulates the large intestine and frees the lower back.
Central Venter 中脘
Regulates the stomach and reduces vomiting and bloating.
Stomach Shu 胃俞
Regulates the stomach and reduces vomiting.