Gushing Spring
Yongquan · 湧泉 · หย่งเฉฺวียน
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Location
On the plantar surface of the hindpaw, in the groove between the third and fourth metatarsal bones, at the centre of the pad region.
Landmark: Plantar hindpaw, groove between metatarsals III and IV.
Actions and Indications
Draws fire downward and restores consciousness immediately.
Needling
Shallow 0.2-0.5 cm, or strong stimulation with the needle tip.
Cautions
Very painful — reserve for emergencies.
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Conditions That Use This Point
Often Used Together With
Middle of Person 人中
Restores consciousness immediately and stimulates respiration — the principal resuscitation point.
Er Jian (ear tip) 耳尖
Cools the blood and clears heat and toxin.
Long Strong 長強
Raises yang and regulates the anus and tail.
Shan Gen 山根
Restores consciousness and clears acute heat.
Wei Jian (tail tip) 尾尖
Clears heat and restores consciousness.
Central Surge 中衝
Restores consciousness and clears acute heat.