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Main » Articles » Acupuncture Points » Stomach Meridian (ST)

ST-45


Location
On the 2nd toe, 0.1 cun from the lateral corner of the nail.
How to find
ST-45 is located at the junction of two tangents drawn along the lateral and proximal border of the nail of the 2nd toe, approximately 0.1 cun from the margin of the nail.
Actions/Indications
● Opens the channel and clears Heat from the yangming channels (L.I./ST)
● Calms and regulates the shen
Special features
Jing-well point, Metal point, sedation point, important distal point for all Heat disorders affecting the head. For severe insomnia due to Fire or Phlegm-Heat, apply moxibustion (‘small Fire attracting big Fire’ technique).
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