ST10 (Shuitu, “Water Prominence”) is an acupuncture point on the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the neck, at the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, level with the lower border of the hyoid bone. It benefits throat and neck, alleviates pain.
On the neck, at the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, level with the lower border of the hyoid bone.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. Caution is advised to avoid the carotid artery and jugular vein.
Benefits throat and neck, alleviates pain.
Sore throat, asthma, goiter.
Shuitu is a key local point for acute and chronic throat conditions, particularly those involving swelling, pain, or difficulty swallowing. It is frequently used for goiter, scrofula, and plum-pit qi, reflecting its ability to resolve phlegm and regulate qi in the neck region. Its proximity to the carotid artery necessitates careful palpation and shallow needling.
ST10 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST10 (Shuitu) is located on the neck, at the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, level with the lower border of the hyoid bone.
ST10 benefits throat and neck, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include sore throat, asthma, goiter.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. Caution is advised to avoid the carotid artery and jugular vein. Caution: ⚠ Major vessel/nerve nearby — palpate first; avoid deep insertion (near the carotid artery).
ST10 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).