ST24 Slippery Flesh Gate

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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.

Location

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).

Needling

Perpendicular insertion, 1.0 to 1.5 cun.

TCM functions

Calms the spirit, transforms phlegm, harmonizes the stomach, and regulates the tongue..

Indications

Epilepsy, mania, vomiting, vomiting blood, tongue thrusting, stiff tongue, madness with running, reversal vomiting..

Clinical notes

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.

On the Stomach channel

ST24 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is ST24 located?

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).

What is ST24 used for?

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.

How is ST24 needled?

Perpendicular insertion, 1.0 to 1.5 cun.

Which meridian is ST24 on?

ST24 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).

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