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POINT LOCATION I STOMACH CHANNEL OF FOOT YANGMING

ST 1 (Cheng Qi) Container of Tears

Crossing point of the ST, Yang Qiao Mai and Ren MaiWith the eyes looking directly forwards, this point islocated directly below the pupil between the eyeball andthe infraorbital ridge.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-0.8 cun

*Avoid Deep Needling.*Avoid strong manipulation.Functions Benefits the eyes, eliminates Wind and stops lacrimationIndications redness, swelling, and pain of the eyes, lacrimation induced by wind, blurred vision, twitching or paralysis of the eyelidsST 2 (Si Bai) Four Directions Brightness

With the eyes looking directly forwards, this point is located 1 cun directly below thepupil, in the depression at the infraorbital foramen.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.2-0.4 cunFunctions Expels Wind and benefit the eyesDredges channels and collaterals, relieves painIndications Eye disorders: redness, swelling, and pain of the eyes, lacrimation induced by irritation of wind, blurred vision, facial paralysisPain of the face, paralysis. ST 3 (Ju Liao) Big CreviceCrossing point of ST and the Yang Qiao Mai

With the eyes looking directly forwards, this point is located directly below the pupil, level with the lower border of the ala nasi, on the lateral side of the naso-labial groove.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.3-0.6 cunFunctions Expels Wind, reduces swelling and relieves painIndications Eye disorders: redness, swelling, and pain of the eyes, lacrimation induced by irritation of wind, blurred visionFacial paralysisPain and swelling of the nose, lips and cheek, toothacheST 4 (Di Cang) Earth Storehouse

Crossing Point ofST, LI and Yang Qiao Mai0.4 cun lateral to the corner of the mouth.

Perpendicular Insertion: 0.2 cunOblique: 1-1.5 cunFunctionsExpels Wind Activates the channel and collaterals and relieves painIndicationsFacial paralysis, loss of voice, excessive salivation, numbness of the mouth and lips, trismus, twitching eyelids, incomplete closure of the eyelids, night blindnessFacial pain, TMJ, toothacheST 5 (Da Ying) Great Welcome

Directly anterior to the angle of the jaw, in a depression at the anterior border of the masseter muscle.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.3-0.5 cunOblique: 1-1.5 cun

*Caution: Facial Artery and veinFunctions Expels Wind and reduces swellingActivates the channel and collaterals and relieves painIndications Trismus, stiff tongue, dysphasia, facial paralysisSwelling of the cheek, scrofula, mumps, fever, chills Toothache, facial pain, TMJST 6 (Jia Che) Cheek Vehicle

Ghost PointApproximately 1 fingerbreadth anterior and superior to the angle of the jaw at the prominence of the masseter muscle.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-0.8 cunOblique: 1-1.5 cunFunctions Expels wind and benefits the jaw and teethActivates the channel and collaterals and relieves painCalms the Spirit

Indications Trismus, facial paralysis, dysphasia, swelling of the cheekToothache, facial painEmotional and mental disorders: epilepsy, mania, depressionST 7 (Xia Guan) Lower Gate Crossing Point of ST andGB

At the lower border of the zygomatic arch, in the depression anterior to the condyloid process of the mandible.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.0 cunFunctions Benefits the ears, jaw and teethActivates the channel and collaterals and relieves painIndications Toothache, facial pain, facial paralysis, trismus, tinnitus, deafness, pain of the ears, otitis media ST 8 (Tou Wei) Head CornerCrossing Point of ST, GB and Yang Wei Mai

Transverse Insertion:0.5-1.0 cunAt the corner of the forehead, 4.5 cun lateral to Shenting DU-24 and 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline.Functions Eliminates Wind and alleviates pain Benefits the eyes Indications Various headaches, dizzinessPain of the eyes, lacrimation induced by irritation of wind, twitching of eyelids, blurred visionST 9 (Ren Ying) Mans Welcome or Carotid PulseCrossing Point of ST, GBWindow of Heaven PointSea of Qi Point

Perpendicular Insertion: 0.2-0.4 cun*Avoid Deep Needling and Puncturing Carotid Artery!Location: Level with the tip of and 1.5 cun lateral to the laryngeal prominence, in the depression between the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the lateral border of the thyroid cartilage. Note: the carotid artery lies just deep to, and can be readily palpated at, the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. This point therefore lies between the carotid artery and the lateral border of the thyroid cartilage.Functions Regulates the flow of Qi and Blood and subdues Rebellious QiBenefits the throat and neck, reduces swelling, transforms PhlegmCalms the SpiritIndications Headache, dizziness, vomiting, redness in face, hypertensionScrofula, goiter, sore throatMania ST 10 (Shui Tu) Water Rushing

On the neck, at the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, midwaybetween Renying ST-9 and Qishe ST-11.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.3-0.4 cun*Avoid Deep Needling and Puncturing Carotid Artery!Functions Benefits the throat and neck, reduces swelling, transforms PhlegmDescends Lung Qi Indications Sore throat, goiter, scrofulaCough, wheezing, dyspnea, hiccupST 11 (Qi She) Qi Residence, esophagus

At the root of the neck, superior to the medial end of the clavicle, directly below Renying ST-9 in the depression between the sternaland clavicular heads of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.

Perpendicular Insertion: 0.3-0.5 cun*Avoid Deep Needling.Functions Benefits the throat and neck, regulates the flow of Qi and transforms PhlegmIndications Cough, dyspnea, oppression of chest, hiccup Swelling of the neck, goiter, scrofula

ST 12 (Que Pen) Empty basin or Depression

LOCATIONIn the supraclavicular area, posterior to the superior border of the clavicle and at its midpoint, 4 cun lateral to the midline, on the mamillary line.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.3-0.5 cun

*Contraindicated in pregnancy.*Deep Needling can puncture Lung or damage subclavian Artery.Crossing Point: ST, LI, SI, SJ, GB.Functions Descends Lung QiActivates the channel and alleviates painIndications Cough, asthma, hemoptysisPain, numbness and spasm of the arm, shoulder or supraclavicular fossaST 13 (Qi Hu) Qi Door to a House

LOCATIONAt the top of the chest, directly below Quepen ST-12, on the inferior border of the clavicle, 4 cun lateral to the midline, on the mamillary line.

Oblique or Transverse Lateral Insertion: 0.3-0.8 cun

*Caution Deep Needling.

*Similar for all thoracic stomach points.Functions Descends Rebellious Qi and unbinds the chestIndications Cough, asthma, hemoptysis, dyspnea Pain or distention of the chest or hypochondriumST 14 (Ku Fang) Store House

LOCATIONOn the chest, in the first intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the midline (Huagai REN-20), on the mamillary line.Functions Descends Rebellious Qi and unbinds the chestClears Heat and transforms PhlegmIndications Cough, asthma, hemoptysis, dyspnea Pain or distention of the chest or hypochondrium Expectoration of sputum mixed with blood and pusST 15 (Wu Yi) Room Concealment or Fan

LOCATIONOn the chest, in the second intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the midline (Zigong REN-19),on the mamillary line.Functions Descends Rebellious Qi and unbinds the chestClears Heat and transforms PhlegmExpel Wind, alleviate itching and relieves painBenefits the breastsIndications Cough, wheezingDistention or pain of the chest and hypochondrium Dyspnea, expectoration of sputum mixed with blood and pusGeneralized itching or pain of the skinMastitis

ST 16 (Ying Chuang) Chest Window

LOCATIONOn the chest, in the third intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the midline (Yutang REN-18), on the mamillary line.Functions Descends Rebellious Qi and unbinds the chestClears Heat and transforms PhlegmClears Heat, subdues inflammation, benefits the breastsIndications Cough, asthma, distention or pain of the chest and hypochondrium Expectoration of sputum mixed with blood and pusMastitis

ST 17 (Ru Zhong) Breast Center

LOCATIONAt the centre of the nipple, in the fourth intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the midline.

*Contraindicated to needling andMoxibustion!ST 18 (Ru Gen) Breast Root

LOCATIONDirectly below the nipple, in the fifth intercostal space.Functions Regulate Qi and Blood in the Breast.Clears Heat, subdues inflammation, benefits the breasts Descends Rebellious Qi and unbinds the chestClears Heat and transforms PhlegmIndications Mastitis, oligogalactiaDistending pain of the chest and hypochondrium Cough, asthma, expectoration of sputum mixed with blood and pusST 19 (Bu Rong) No Containment

LOCATIONOn the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 6 cun superior to the umbilicus, level with Juque REN-14.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.0 cunDesired depth is muscle layer*Similar for all abdominal stomach points*Caution for deep needling with patients with an enlarged liver.

Functions Harmonizes the Middle Jiao Subdues Rebellious Qi of the Upper and Middle Jiao

Indications Stomachache, abdominal distention, borborygmusPoor appetiteVomiting, hematemesisCough, asthmaPain of the hypochondriumST 20 (Cheng Man) Receive or Support Fullness

LOCATIONOn the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 5 cun superior to the umbilicus, levelwith Shangwan REN-13.Functions Harmonizes the Middle Jiao Subdues Rebellious Qi of the Upper and Middle Jiao

Indications Stomachache, abdominal distention, borborygmusPoor appetiteVomiting, hematemesisCough, asthmaPain of the hypochondriumST 21 (Liang Men) Grain Door

LOCATIONOn the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 4 cun superior to the umbilicus, level with Zhongwan REN-12.Functions Harmonizes the Middle Jiao, regulates Qi and transforms stagnationStrengthens the Spleen and relieves diarrheaIndications Epigastric pain and distention, vomitingFood stagnation Poor appetite, borborygmous, diarrhea

ST 22 (Guan Men) Pass or Close Door

LOCATIONOn the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 3 cun superior to the umbilicus, level with Jianli REN-11.Functions Regulates the Stomach and intestinesPromotes urination and relieves edemaIndications Epigastric pain, vomiting, poor appetiteAbdominal pain and distention, diarrhea Ascites, enuresisST 23 (Tai Yi) Great Center of Abdomen

LOCATIONOn the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 2 cun superior to the umbilicus, levelwith Xiawan REN-10.Functions Transforms Phlegm and Calms the SpiritHarmonizes the Middle JiaoIndications Mania, hysteria, depression, epilepsyVomiting, abdominal distention and pain, dyspepsiaST 24 (Hua Rou Men) Smooth or Refined, Meat or Food Door

LOCATIONOn the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 1 cun superior to the umbilicus, level with Shuifen REN-9.Functions Transforms Phlegm and Calms the SpiritHarmonizes the Stomach and Subdues Rebellious Qi Indications Mania, hysteria, depression, epilepsyVomiting, hematemesis, abdominal distention and pain, dyspepsiaST 25 (Tian Shu) Heavenly pivot

Front-Mu Point of the LI LOCATIONOn the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the umbilicus.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.0 cunFunctions Regulates the intestinesRegulates the Middle Jiao Regulates Qi and eliminates stagnationTransforms DampnessIndications Diarrhea, constipation, dysentery Borborygmous, poor appetite, vomiting, hematemesisIrregular menstruation, metrorrhagia, metrostaxis, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain, hernia, abdominal pain and distentionEdema, dysuria, leukorrhea

ST 26 (Wai Ling) Outer Hill

LOCATION

On the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 1 cun inferior to the umbilicus, level with Yinjiao REN-7.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.5 cunFunctions Regulates Qi and relieve painIndications Stomachache, abdominal painHerniaDysmenorrhea ST 27 (Da Ju) Large Extreme

LOCATIONOn the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 2 cun inferior to the umbilicus,level with Shimen REN-5.Functions Regulate the intestinesFortifies Kidney Qi and secures EssenceIndications Pain of the lower abdomen, constipationSeminal emission, premature ejaculation, impotenceST 28 (Shui Dao) Water Path

LOCATION

On the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline and 3 cun inferior to the umbilicus,level with Guanyuan REN-4.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.5 cun

*Avoid puncturing a full bladder.Functions Promotes urinationRegulates menstruation and relieves painRegulates the Lower Jiao and dispels stagnationIndications Urinary retention, dysuria, edemaLower abdominal pain or distention, constipationDysmenorrhea ST 29 (Gui Lai) Return Arrive

LOCATION

On the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to themidline and 4 cun inferior to the umbilicus,level with Zhongji REN-3.Functions Promotes the flow of Qi and Blood in the Uterus and Lower Jiao.Raise Qi and firms EssenceIndications Amenorrhea, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, infertilityPain of the lower abdomen, hernia, pain and cold of the genitalsUterine prolapse, impotence, seminal emission, nocturia, leukorrhea

ST 30 (Qi Chong) Qi Pouring

Sea of Water and Grain/Nourishment PointCoalescent Point of the Chong MaiLOCATION

On the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the midline, levelwith the superior border of the pubic symphysis (QuguREN-2).Functions Regulates Qi and Blood in the Lower Jiao and relieves painRegulates the Chong Mai Subdues Running Piglet Qi

Indications Hypogastric pain, pain of the genitals, hernia, impotence, dysuriaIrregular menstruation, infertility, abnormal uterine bleeding, oligogalactia, difficult laborSensation of Qi rushing upwards to the chest causing intense agitation and anxietyST 31 (Bi Guan) Thigh Gate

LOCATIONOn the upper thigh, in a depression just lateral to the sartorius muscle, at the junction of a vertical line drawn downward from the anterior superior iliac spine, and a horizontal line drawn level with the lower border of the pubic symphysis.

Perpendicular Insertion:1.0-1.5 cunOblique: 2.0-3.0 cunFunctions Activates the channel and collaterals and relieves painIndications Pain of the hip joint; contraction of hip flexors or thigh muscles; weakness, paralysis, pain or numbness of the leg; pain of the lower back and kneeST 32 (Fu Tu) Crouching Rabbit

LOCATION

On the thigh, on a line drawn between the lateral border of the patella and the anterior superior iliac spine, in a depression 6 cun proximal to the superior border of the patella.

Perpendicular Insertion:1.0-2.0 cunFunctions Disperses Wind DampnessActivates the channel and collaterals and relieves pain

Indications Pain, numbness or contraction of the thigh muscles; weakness, paralysis, pain or numbness of the leg; pain of the knee and lower back; pain of the hip joint; contraction of hip flexors UrticariaST 33 (Yin Shi) Yin Market

LOCATION

On the thigh, on a line drawn between the lateral border of the patella and the anterior superior iliac spine, in a depression 3 cunproximal to the superior border of the patella.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.0 cunFunctions Disperses Wind-Cold-DampActivates channel and collaterals and relieves painIndications Pain, numbness, weakness of the leg Abdominal pain and distention Dysuria, edema

ST 34 (Liang Qiu) Ridge Mound

Xi-Cleft PointOn the thigh, on a line drawn between the lateral border of the patella and the anterior superior iliac spine, in a depression 2 cun proximal to the superior border of thepatella.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.0 cunFunctions Activates the channel and collaterals and alleviates painHarmonizes the StomachIndications Pain and swelling of the knee Epigastric pain, acid regurgitationST 35 (Du Bi) Calf Nose

LOCATIONOn the knee, in the hollow formed when the knee is flexed, immediately below the patella and lateral to the patellar ligament.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.7-1.0 cun*Use proper sterilization.FunctionsDispels Wind-Damp and reduces swellingActivates the channel and collaterals and relieves painIndications Pain, swelling of the kneeBeriberiNumbness and pain of the legST 36 (Zu San Li) Foot Three Mile

He-Sea Point Earth PointCommand PointSea of Water and Grain PointLOCATIONBelow the knee, 3 cun inferior to Dubi ST-35, one fingerbreadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.2 cunFunctionsHarmonizes the StomachStrengthens the Spleen and resolves DampnessRegulates the IntestinesReinforces Correct Qi and supports Original QiTonifies Qi and Nourishes Blood and Yin Activates the channel and collaterals and alleviates pain Revives the Yang and restores consciousnessClears Fire and calms the SpiritIndicationsAbdominal or epigastric distention or pain, nausea, vomiting, acid regurgitation, belching, hiccup, excessive hunger, hunger without desire to eatBorborygmus, flatulence, diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, edema, heaviness of the limbsFatigue, shortness of breath, dyspnea from deficiency, dizziness from deficiency, palpitations , poor vision, susceptibility to infections and cold/flu Swelling, pain, or abscess of the breast; pain, numbness, atrophy or paralysis of the lower limbsLoss of consciousness, aversion to cold, cold counterflow of the limbs, purple lipsMania, insomnia, palpitations, anxiety

ST 37 (Shang Ju Xu) Upper Great Void

Lower He-Sea Point LISea of Blood Point LOCATION

On the lower leg, 3 cun inferior to Zusanli ST-36, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.FunctionsRegulates the Stomach, Intestines and SpleenClears Damp HeatActivates channel and collaterals and relieves painIndicationsAbdominal or epigastric distention or pain, borborygmus, flatulence Diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, edema, heaviness of the limbsPain, numbness, atrophy or paralysis of the lower limbs

ST 38 (Tiao Kou) Narrow Mouth

LOCATIONOn the lower leg, midway between the tibiofemoral joint line (level with the popliteal crease)and the prominence of the lateral malleolus, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.FunctionsActivates the channel and collaterals and relieves painRegulates the flow of Qi in the Middle Jiao IndicationsLocal disease: pain, numbness, spasm, weakness, coldness, edema of the lower leg Pain of the shoulder Abdominal painST 39 (Xia Ju Xu) Lower Great Void

Lower He-Sea Point SI Sea of Blood PointLOCATION

On the lower leg, 3 cun inferior to Shangjuxu ST-37, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.FunctionsRegulates the Intestines and transforms stagnationClears Damp HeatActivates the channel and collaterals and alleviate painIndicationsLower abdominal distention or pain, lumbar pain that radiates to the testiclesDiarrhea, dysentery; dark, scanty urinePain, numbness, atrophy or paralysis of the lower limbsST 40 (Feng Long) Rich Prosperous

Lou-Connecting PointLOCATION

On the lower leg, midway between the tibiofemoral joint line (level with the popliteal crease) and the lateral malleolus, two finger-breadths lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia (i.e. one finger-breadth lateral to Tiaokou ST-38).

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-1.5 cunFunctionsTransform Phlegm-DampUnbinds the chestCalms the SpiritActivates the channel and collaterals and alleviate painRegulate the Stomach and subdues Rebellious Qi IndicationsCopious phlegm, headache, dizziness Oppression and pain of the chest, cough, asthma and expectoration of phlegm Mental disorders: epilepsy, mania, depression Pain, numbness, atrophy or paralysis of the lower limbsNausea, vomitingST 41 (Jie Xi) Separation StreamJing-River PointFire Point

LOCATION

On the ankle, level with the prominence of the lateral malleolus, in a depression between the tendons of extensor hallucis longus and extensor digitorum longus.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.5-0.7 cunFunctionsActivates the channel and collaterals and alleviate pain Clears Heat from the Stomach fu and Stomach channelCalms the Spirit IndicationsPain, swelling or motor impairment of the ankle; hemiplegia Fu Heat: abdominal pain or distention, constipation, belching, excessive hungerChannel Heat: pain, swelling, inflammation of the Yangming aspect of the head, red face and eyes, frontal headache, mouth pain, dizzinessEpilepsy, mania

ST 42 (Chong Yang) Rushing Yang

Yuan-Source PointLOCATION

On the dorsum of the foot, in the depression formed by the junction of the second and third metatarsal bones and the cuneiform bones (second and third), 1.5 cun distal to Jiexi ST-41, on the line drawn between Jiexi ST-41 and Xiangu ST-43, at the point where the pulsation of the dorsalis pedis artery may be palpated.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.3-0.5 cunFunctionsActivates the channel and collaterals and alleviate pain Clears Heat from the Stomach fu and Stomach channelCalms the Spirit IndicationsPain or swelling of the dorsum of the foot; motor impairment of the foot Fu Heat: abdominal pain or distention, epigastric painChannel Heat: pain, swelling, inflammation of the Yangming aspect of the head, deviation of eyes and mouth, tooth and mouth painMania

ST 43 (Xian Gu) Sunken Valley

Shu-Stream PointWood PointLOCATION

On the dorsum of the foot, between the second and third metatarsal bones, in a depression 1 cun proximal to Neiting ST-44.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.3-0.5 cunFunctionsRegulates the Spleen and eliminates edemaRegulates the Stomach and intestines and alleviate painActivates the channel and collaterals and alleviates painIndicationsAscites, edema of the face, pain and swelling of the eyesAbdominal pain and distention, borborygmusPain and swelling of the dorsum of the footST 44 (Nei Ting) Inner Residence

The Ying-Spring PointWater PointLOCATION

On the dorsum of the foot, between the second and third toes, 0.5 cun proximal to the margin of the web.

Perpendicular Insertion:0.3-0.5 cunFunctionsClears Stomach Channel Heat Activates the channel and alleviates painHarmonizes the Stomach and intestines and clears Damp HeatCalms the SpiritIndicationsToothache, eye pain, frontal headache, gingivitis, epistaxis, sore throat, fever, facial pain or paralysisToothache, eye pain, frontal headache, facial painAbdominal pain, acid regurgitation, excessive hunger, diarrhea, dysentery, hemafecia, constipation Aversion to the sound of talking, desire for silence

ST 45 (Li Dui) Stomach Door

The Jing-Well PointMetal PointPerpendicular Insertion:0.1-0.2 cun

*Pricking: 3-Edge NeedleFunctionsClears Stomach Channel HeatClears Stomach Heat Calms the Spirit and restores consciousnessIndicationsToothache, eye pain, frontal headache, purulent nasal discharge, facial paralysis, gingivitis, epistaxis, cracked lips, sore throatAbdominal pain, excessive hunger, feverMania, dream-disturbed sleep, depression, epilepsy, loss of consciousness