Sundance Acupuncture

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UB-65 Shugu - Bone Binder

More Spirit Names: Binding Bone, Restrained Bone, Bundle Bone

English:	Restraining Bone
Also Known As:	Bone Binder Restrained Bone Binding Bone

Location

On the lateral side of the foot, in the depression posterior and inferior to the head of the fifth metatarsal bone.
Posterior to fifth metatarsal joint, at the junction of the red and white skin.

Needling

Perpendicular insertion 0.3 to 0.5 cun.
Moxibustion is applicable.

Command Functions

Shu-Stream point
Wood point
Sedation point

Actions

Clears the head and eyes
Clears Heat
Dissipates swelling
Activates the channel
Alleviates pain
Eliminates Wind
Subdues Rebellious Qi from the head

Indications

Headache
Occipital headache
Stiff neck
Deafness
Visual dizziness
Erosion of the inner canthus
Yellow eyes
Pain of the back and lumbar region
Thigh pain
Redness and pain of the eyes
Seizures
Inability to urinate
Edema
Frequent urination
Diarrhea
Sciatica
Irritations in the Small or Large Intestine
Blurred vision
Pain in the lower extremities
Convulsions
Dizziness
Pain in the posterior aspect of the lower extremities

Chills and fever
Aversion to Wind and Cold
Heat in the body
Malaria
Mania-depression
Carbuncular swellings on the back
Clove sores on the back
Hemorrhoids
Diarrhea
Pannus
Mental illness
Intense fear
Brittle bones
Parched, dry skin
Rigid neck
Cystitis
First aid for poisoning, burns, sunburn, scales, insect bites and cystitis
Hysteria
Disorientation
Excessive tearing
Bi syndrome of the neck
Epilepsy

Combinations

UB-10 Tianzhu	UB-64 Jinggu	UB-60 Kunlun DU-16 Fengfu
Stiff neck with great aversion to Wind	Redness and erosion of the inner canthus	Mania Incessant talking without rest
UB-58 Feiyang UB-56 Chengjin	GB-30 Huantiao KI-8 Jiaoxin SP-6 Sanyinjiao KI-10 Yingu
Lumbar pain as if broken	Hip pain

Contraindications

Notes

This point is also known as the "consolation point".
Bones will heal eight to ten days after using this point.
This point can be used for any problems along the Bladder channel, especially the head.

Five Elements Spirit Perspective

Spirit of the Point	Shu means a bundle, and also to bind, tie or restrain, and Gu means bone. Water rules the bones, and as the Wood point in Water, with Wood's growth, Bone Binder is often used to help the bones heal. On the mental level it helps when there is drive without vision, because no Wood is there to give the person their vision.
Worsley	Gives us core strength, the secure, reliable and unshakable presence we need within. However much we may crumble, break, quiver or collapse, this magnificent potential for healing lies within us. Worsley's First Aid uses for this point also include urine retention, sunburn, scalds, poison, insect bites, food poisoning, cystitis and burns. Location: On the outer edge of the foot, immediately proximal to the 5th metatarsal head. Needle depth: 3 fen Moxa: 3-5 cones
When to Consider	When there is drive without vision For a Water Causative Factor (CF) who is broken for some reason on a different level When a person lacks faith in what lies ahead: "I need faith in the future" When despair and loss of faith have overwhelmed the Bladder Official and there is no hope When there is inactivity and stagnation For breaks and traumas that are not physical: breaks in the spirit
Notes	Wood point and Sedation point A first aid point for fractures; it may help bones heal faster Bones hold up the structure and integrity of body, mind and spirit; bringing Wood's qualities to Water, this point helps a person follow through with plans

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.