ST-43, Xiàn Gǔ, 陷 谷, Sunken Valley
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| Categories |
| Shu-stream point |
| Location |
| On the foot dorsum • Between the second and third metatarsal bones • In a depression 1 cun proximal to ST-44 • Curl toes to find the knuckles |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular, Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| SHU STREAM POINT: 1)Disorders of the Zang or Fu organs (stomach and intestines) 2) Heaviness of the body and pain of the joints - for general aching due to wind and damp-heat painful obstruction 3) Diseases manifesting intermittently (malaria) |
| Energetics 2 |
| ST CHANNEL heat: nosebleeds, face burning pain or acne |
| Energetics 3 |
| CLEAR HEAT - fever with no sweating, cold shivering with malarial disorders |
| Energetics 4 |
| LOCAL: dorsum of the foot problems. |
| Energetics 5 |
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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