Shangjuxu ST37
Stomach Meridian (Foot Yangming)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | ST37 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Stomach Meridian (Foot Yangming) |
| Location | On the anterolateral aspect of the lower leg, 6 cun below Dubi, one finger-breadth from the anterior border of the tibia |
Traditionally recorded associations
abdominal distensionabdominal painborborygmusdiarrheadysenteryconstipationenteritispost-stroke paralysisberiberi
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Press and knead with the thumb pad |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | From bottom to top (centripetal direction) |
| Force | Medium |
| Tips | Press and knead along the direction of the lower leg Channels Meridians from bottom to top; The force is best when it produces soreness and distention that radiates toward the foot; Can be combined with tapping or kneading the lower leg |
| Technique | Mild moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10-15 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | Moxibustion on the lower leg can be combined with health-preserving acupoints such as Zusanli; Use local warmth and comfort 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