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Stomach Channel Acupoints Core Facts
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Stomach Channel Acupoints Core Facts
Stomach Channel Acupoints Core Facts
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1
Question
What is the location of ST-37 on the leg?
Page 165
Answer
6 cun distal to ST-35 or 3 cun distal to ST-36, 1 fingerbreadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia
2
Question
How can ST-37 be located using the midpoint method?
Page 165
Answer
Midpoint of line joining ST-35 and ST-41, then 2 cun proximal and 1 fingerbreadth lateral
3
Question
What is the needling depth and direction for ST-37?
Page 165
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Vertically or obliquely 1–1.5 cun
4
Question
What are the main actions of ST-37 on the digestive system?
Page 165
Answer
Regulates the Spleen, Stomach and Intestines, eliminates stagnation, clears Damp-Heat
5
Question
How does ST-37 benefit the channel?
Page 165
Answer
Opens the channel, alleviates pain
6
Question
What special features does ST-37 have?
Page 165
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Lower he-sea point of the Large Intestine, Sea of Blood point
7
Question
What is the location of ST-38 relative to the tibia?
Page 166
Answer
Midpoint of line joining ST-35 and ST-41, 1 fingerbreadth lateral to anterior crest of tibia
8
Question
How to quickly find ST-38 using hands?
Page 166
Answer
Spreading-hands technique: small fingers on ST-35 and ST-41, thumbs find midpoint, then 1 fingerbreadth lateral
9
Question
What alternative measurement locates ST-38?
Page 166
Answer
8 cun distal from ST-35, 1 fingerbreadth lateral to tibia
10
Question
What is the needling technique for ST-38?
Page 166
Answer
Vertically or obliquely 1–1.5 cun
11
Question
What are the primary indications of ST-38?
Page 166
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Expels Wind-Damp, opens the channel, alleviates pain, benefits the shoulder
12
Question
Why is ST-38 special for shoulder issues?
Page 166
Answer
Very effective distal point for shoulder disorders; use reducing needling with shoulder movement
13
Question
Where is ST-39 positioned relative to ST-38?
Page 167
Answer
1 cun distal to ST-38, 1 fingerbreadth lateral to anterior crest of tibia
14
Question
How to locate ST-39 with spreading hands?
Page 167
Answer
Little fingers on ST-35 and ST-41 for midpoint (ST-38 level), then 1 cun distal and 1 fingerbreadth lateral
15
Question
What points are on the same level as ST-39?
Page 167
Answer
G.B.-35 (posterior fibula), G.B.-36 (anterior fibula), BL-58 (lateral gastrocnemius)
16
Question
What is the needling for ST-39?
Page 167
Answer
Vertically or obliquely 1–1.5 cun
17
Question
What does ST-39 do for the Small Intestine?
Page 167
Answer
Moves the Small Intestine Qi, eliminates stagnation, clears Damp-Heat
18
Question
What channel benefits does ST-39 provide?
Page 167
Answer
Opens the channel, alleviates pain
19
Question
Special roles of ST-39?
Page 167
Answer
Lower he-sea point of the Small Intestine, Sea of Blood point
20
Question
Location details of ST-40?
Page 168
Answer
Midpoint of ST-35 to ST-41, 2 fingerbreadths lateral to tibia or 1 fingerbreadth lateral to ST-38
21
Question
How to find ST-40 dynamically?
Page 168
Answer
Spreading-hands for midpoint, then 2 fingerbreadths lateral; palpate by pressure sensitivity
22
Question
Points at same level as ST-40?
Page 168
Answer
ST-38 (1 fb lateral to tibia), BL-57 (dorsal lower leg, midway BL-40 to BL-60)
23
Question
Needling depth for ST-40?
Page 168
Answer
Vertically or obliquely 1–1.5 cun
24
Question
Main actions of ST-40 on fluids?
Page 168
Answer
Transforms Dampness and Phlegm, clears Phlegm in Lung and Heart, calms the shen
25
Question
Why is ST-40 a key point?
Page 168
Answer
Luo-connecting point; main for eliminating Phlegm
26
Question
Where exactly is ST-41 on the ankle?
Page 169
Answer
Level of highest prominence of lateral malleolus, depression between tendons of extensor digitorum and hallucis longus
27
Question
How to make ST-41's tendon prominent?
Page 169
Answer
Patient extends big toe against resistance to distinguish extensor hallucis longus tendon
28
Question
What point is on the same level as ST-41 medially?
Page 169
Answer
LIV-4 (medial to tendon, halfway between SP-5 and ST-41)
29
Question
Needling precautions for ST-41?
Page 169
Answer
0.5–1 cun vertically or obliquely medial to SP-5 or lateral to G.B.-40; caution: tibial vessels and nerve deep
30
Question
What are ST-41's effects on heat and mind?
Page 169
Answer
Clears Heat from Stomach and channel; calms the shen