ST24 (Huaroumen, “Slippery Flesh Gate”) is an acupuncture point on the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the upper abdomen, 1 cun superior to the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to the midline, on the line connecting the nipple to the inguinal region. This places it 1 cun directly above ST25 (Tianshu). It calms the spirit, transforms phlegm, harmonizes the stomach, and regulates the tongue.
On the upper abdomen, 1 cun superior to the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to the midline, on the line connecting the nipple to the inguinal region. This places it 1 cun directly above ST25 (Tianshu).
Perpendicular insertion, 1.0 to 1.5 cun.
Calms the spirit, transforms phlegm, harmonizes the stomach, and regulates the tongue..
Epilepsy, mania, vomiting, vomiting blood, tongue thrusting, stiff tongue, madness with running, reversal vomiting..
Huaroumen is a key point for severe spirit-related disorders manifesting with physical signs, such as tongue thrusting in mania or epilepsy. Its name, 'Slippery Flesh Gate,' and its indications for vomiting and tongue issues point to its role in resolving phlegm obstruction that affects both the mind and the stomach's function of downward movement. It is particularly useful when mental disturbance is accompanied by rebellious stomach qi.
ST24 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST24 (Huaroumen) is located on the upper abdomen, 1 cun superior to the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to the midline, on the line connecting the nipple to the inguinal region. This places it 1 cun directly above ST25 (Tianshu).
ST24 calms the spirit, transforms phlegm, harmonizes the stomach, and regulates the tongue. Common clinical indications include epilepsy, mania, vomiting, vomiting blood, tongue thrusting, stiff tongue, madness with running, reversal vomiting.
Perpendicular insertion, 1.0 to 1.5 cun.
ST24 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).