ST19 (Bùróng, “Not Contained”) is an acupuncture point on the Stomach Meridian. ST19 is located 6 cun superior to the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline. It harmonizes the Stomach, alleviates pain, regulates qi.
ST19 is located 6 cun superior to the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.2 cun.
Harmonizes the Stomach, alleviates pain, regulates qi.
Gastric pain, vomiting, abdominal distention, indigestion.
ST19 is a key point for harmonizing the Stomach and alleviating pain in the epigastric region. It is particularly effective for stomach pain, distention, vomiting, and acid regurgitation due to Stomach qi stagnation or rebellion. Its name, 'Not Contained,' reflects its ability to address conditions where food or qi is not properly held or descends. It is often used with ST21 for chronic stomach issues.
ST19 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST19 is located 6 cun superior to the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
ST19 harmonizes the Stomach, alleviates pain, regulates qi. Common clinical indications include gastric pain, vomiting, abdominal distention, indigestion.
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.2 cun.
ST19 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).