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ST-19 Burong (不容) — Not Contained
Depth
00.5–1 cun3.0
Perpendicular insertion
Precautions
Deep needling can perforate the peritoneum or the underlying organs.
Location (classical)
On the upper abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 6 cun above the umbilicus (level of CV-14).
How to find it (practical)
Supine, locate the point 6 cun above the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Anatomy
Rectus abdominis muscle. Intercostal nerves.
Needling
Perpendicular insertion 0.5–1.0 cun.
Etymology
Bu (不), not; Rong (容), to contain. The point lies in the upper abdomen, and treats abdominal distension when the Wei (Stomach) can no longer receive food and water.
CLASSICAL SOURCEJia Yi Jing
Clinical Relations
Adjacent Points on the Meridian