Xuehai SP10
Spleen Meridian (Foot Taiyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | SP10 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Spleen Meridian (Foot Taiyin) |
| Location | 2 cun above the medial end of the base of the patella, at the prominence of the medial head of the quadriceps femoris |
Traditionally recorded associations
Irregular menstruationDysmenorrheaMetrorrhagia and metrostaxisAmenorrheaUrticariaEczemaErysipelasMedial thigh pain
Traditional application notes
| Technique | grasp, pinch, and knead with the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | circular kneading motion |
| Force | medium to heavy |
| Tips | At the thick muscle area of the thigh, slightly stronger force may be used |
| Technique | mild moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10-15 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | For moxibustion at the thick muscle area of the thigh, the time may be appropriately extended; Use local warmth and penetration as the standard |
Frequently asked
Where is it located?
3 cun below ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior tibial crest, per WHO standard.
Can I press it myself?
This site is an educational reference. Apply under a licensed practitioner; do not self-needle.
Sources & references
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
- NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov