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This point, at the lateral knee, activates the channel, dispels wind-damp and benefits the knee.
Location
On the lateral aspect of the knee, in the depression superior to the lateral epicondyle of the femur, between the iliotibial band and the biceps femoris tendon.
Anatomy
Between the biceps femoris tendon and the femur; the lateral superior genicular artery; the lateral sural cutaneous nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Activates the channel and dispels wind-damp
- Benefits the knee and relaxes the sinews
Indications
Pain, swelling and motor impairment of the knee, and contraction of the tendons of the popliteal region.
Needling
0.8-1.2 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With GB-34 and ST-35 for knee disorders.
Classical Text References
A local point for the lateral knee.
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.
