The acupuncture point Spleen 10 (SP 10), also known as “Xuehai” in Pinyin or “Sea of Blood” in English, is primarily associated with treating conditions related to blood.
Aspect | Detail |
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Name | Spleen 10 |
TCM Name | Xuehai (Sea of Blood) |
Location | On the inner thigh, about two cun above the knee, in the bulge of the medial portion of the quadriceps femoris muscle. |
Functions | – Regulates blood to treat skin diseases like eczema and urticaria. – Invigorates blood and dispels stasis, useful for menstrual issues like amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, and irregular menstruation. – Helps in the treatment of blood disorders and alleviates pain. |
There are contraindications to using the acupuncture point Spleen 10 (SP 10). These include:
Research highlights its role in enhancing blood circulation, cooling blood, and alleviating pain, especially in primary dysmenorrhea. The research is still on going.
This study is an overview of ten systematic reviews and meta-analyses (SRs/MAs) published between 2010 and 2021, comprising 126 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and 9,270 participants. The research evaluated the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture as a treatment for diabetic gastroparesis (DGP). The primary outcome indicators showed that acupuncture, including techniques like electroacupuncture and acupoint injection, was more effective than controls (like gastroprokinetic agents and sham acupuncture) and exhibited fewer side effects. However, the overall methodological quality of the SRs/MAs was rated as low, with only 4 of 20 results being of moderate quality. The study concluded that while acupuncture appears beneficial for DGP symptoms, these findings need validation through more rigorous and larger-scale studies.
In this randomized controlled clinical trial, 72 patients with primary dysmenorrhea (PD) were divided into two groups. One group received acupuncture at tender points around San-yinjiao (SP 6), Diji (SP 8), and Yinlingquan (SP 9), while the control group received acupuncture at the regular acupoints SP 6, SP 8, and SP 9. The treatment involved needle manipulation and was conducted once daily for three days during each menstrual cycle, for three months. Results indicated that acupuncture stimulation of the tender points around SP 6, SP 8, and SP 9 had a stronger analgesic effect than needling the regular acupoints in PD patients.
It’s important to consult with a qualified acupuncture practitioner who can assess individual conditions and determine the appropriateness of using SP 10 or any other acupuncture points.
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Carlo St. Juste II, MAOM has a background in acupuncture with over 10 years of clinical experience and over 16 years in the Martial Arts. He has worked with various organizations to implement employee wellness programs including The City of West Covina, The City of Brea, Broadcom, USC, American Suzuki, and Pomona College. He is dedicated to promoting integrative health and has seen the benefits of knowledge and implementation first hand.
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