ST 38 Acupuncture Point

Stomach 38, Abbreviated as ST 38, Transliterated Tiaokou in Chinese, Ribbon Opening in English.

ST 38 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 8 cun below ST 35, one finger-breadth (middle finger) from the anterior crest of the tibia.

ST 38 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Coldness, pain, and weakness of the shoulder
  • Muscular atrophy, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, swelling of the foot, spasm

ST 38 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Activates the meridians, removes meridian obstructions, and relieves pain.