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This point, on the thigh, activates the channel, dispels wind-damp and benefits the hip and leg.
Location
On the anterior thigh, at the junction of a vertical line from the anterior superior iliac spine and the horizontal line level with the lower border of the pubic symphysis, in the depression lateral to sartorius.
Anatomy
Between sartorius and tensor fasciae latae, on rectus femoris; the lateral circumflex femoral artery; the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Activates the channel and dispels wind-damp
- Benefits the hip and thigh
Indications
Pain, weakness, numbness and motor impairment of the hip, thigh and leg, and atrophy disorder (wei syndrome).
Needling
1.0-2.0 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With ST-32 and ST-36 for atrophy and weakness of the leg.
Classical Text References
A principal local point for the hip and thigh.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
