SP3 (Tàibái, “Supreme White”) is the Yuan-source point of the Spleen Channel Meridian. It is located on the medial side of the foot, in the depression proximal and inferior to the first metatarsophalangeal joint. It strengthens the Spleen, resolves dampness, harmonizes the Middle Jiao.
On the medial side of the foot, in the depression proximal and inferior to the first metatarsophalangeal joint.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-0.8 cun.
Strengthens the Spleen, resolves dampness, harmonizes the Middle Jiao.
Abdominal distention, gastric pain, diarrhea, constipation, foot pain.
As the Yuan-source and Shu-Stream point of the Spleen meridian, SP3 is profoundly important for strengthening the Spleen's fundamental functions of transformation and transportation. It is a primary point for Spleen qi deficiency, manifesting as fatigue, poor appetite, abdominal distention, and loose stools. Its Shu-Stream nature also makes it effective for dampness and heaviness in the limbs. It is frequently paired with ST36 to tonify Spleen and Stomach qi.
SP3 is one of 21 points on the Spleen Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
SP3 (Tàibái) is located on the medial side of the foot, in the depression proximal and inferior to the first metatarsophalangeal joint.
SP3 strengthens the Spleen, resolves dampness, harmonizes the Middle Jiao. Common clinical indications include abdominal distention, gastric pain, diarrhea, constipation, foot pain.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-0.8 cun.
SP3 is a point on the Spleen Channel Meridian (Zú Tài Yīn Pí Jīng).