Stomach 43
ST 43 / Xiangu / Sinking valley
POINT LOCATION
In a depression distal to the junction of the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal bones
Associations
- Shu-Stream Point of the ST Channel
INDICATIONS / CONDITIONS TREATED
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Edema
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Abdominal pain and distention
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Borborygmus
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Local pain and swelling on the dorsum of the foot
TCM ACTIONS
- Regulates and harmonizes the Middle Jiao
- Opens the channel
- Alleviates pain
TCM PATTERNS TREATED
- Stomach Fire