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