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Chengman (ST-20), “Supporting Fullness”, on the upper abdomen, harmonises the Stomach and relieves epigastric distension.
Location
On the upper abdomen, 5 cun superior to the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Anatomy
On the rectus abdominis; the superior epigastric artery; the eighth intercostal nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Harmonises the Stomach and descends rebellious qi
- Relieves distension and food stagnation
Indications
Stomach pain and distension, vomiting, poor appetite, and borborygmus.
Needling
0.5-0.8 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Moxibustion may be used.
Point Combinations
With CV-12 and ST-21 for epigastric disorders.
Classical Text References
Used for disorders of the Stomach.
Cautions & Contraindications
On the right, avoid deep insertion (liver).
Latest Research
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