channel, it will affect the head.- L.I.-4 is chosen to clear obstruction from the face and head.
- ST-8 is chosen as a local point for Stomach-channel problems manifesting on the head.
Other Points
- ST-44 Neiting can be chosen as a distal point to eliminate obstructions from the Stomach,
especially if the retention of food is associated with Heat. Being near the extremity of the
channel it will also affect the head. - SP-4 Gongsun relieves retention of food.
- Ren-13 Shangwan is used if there are marked symptoms of ascending Stomach-Qi such
as belching, sour regurgitation, nausea or vomiting. - ST-36 Zusanli is used if the retention of food is associated with a deficient condition of
the Stomach. - ST-40 Fenglong is used if the retention of food is severe and long-standing and the
tongue has a very thick and sticky coating.
Herbal Treatment
Prescriptions
Bao He Wan
(Preserving and Harmonizing Pill)
Shan Zha Fructus Crataegi 9 g
Shen Qu Massa Fermentata medicinalis 6 g
Lai Fu Zi Semen Raphani sativi 6 g
Ban Xia Rhizoma Pinelliae ternatae 6 g
Chen Pi Pericarpum Citri reticulatae 3 g
Fu Ling Sclerotium Poriae cocos 6 g
Lian Qiao Fructus Forsythiae suspensae 6 gExplanation
- Shan Zha promotes digestion and resolves retention of food (particularly of meat and