ST12 (Quēpén, “Empty Basin”) is the Window of the Sky point of the Stomach Meridian. ST12 is located in the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline, at the midpoint of the clavicle. It regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
ST12 is located in the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline, at the midpoint of the clavicle.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution: pneumothorax.
Regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
Cough, asthma, chest pain, neck stiffness.
ST12 is a Window of the Sky point, indicating its ability to connect the body with the head and sense organs, particularly for conditions involving qi rebellion. It is primarily used for local issues in the supraclavicular fossa, such as pain and swelling, and for regulating qi in the chest and throat. It is effective for cough, asthma, and sore throat, especially when related to rebellious qi. Due to its proximity to vital structures, careful needling is essential.
ST12 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST12 is located in the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline, at the midpoint of the clavicle.
ST12 regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma. Common clinical indications include cough, asthma, chest pain, neck stiffness.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution: pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
ST12 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).