ST 43 ST43 Sunken Valley Xiangu 陷谷 stomach 43 Stomach 43 st43
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ST 43 ST43
ST 43 ST43

ST 43 Sunken Valley - Xiangu - 陷谷

ST 43 Point Location

Location

In a depression distal to the junction of the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal bones.

Associations

Actions

  • Similar actions to ST 44 but used less often - will clear heat from the channel and organ.
  • Classically noted for clearing facial pain and/or edema / swelling.  May be used for general edema.
  • Abdominal pain, bloating, borborygmus, frequent belching.
  • Local point for pain and/or swelling of the dorsum of the foot. 
Relationships
Nearby Points (3)
Related TCM Patterns (1)
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