ST29 (Guilai, “Return”) is an acupuncture point on the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 4 cun inferior to the umbilicus. It regulates menstruation and benefits the Lower Jiao.
On the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 4 cun inferior to the umbilicus.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun. Caution for peritoneum.
Regulates menstruation and benefits the Lower Jiao.
Abdominal pain, hernia, irregular menstruation, leucorrhea, uterine prolapse.
ST29, 'Return,' is a key point for gynecological issues, especially irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, and uterine prolapse, due to its ability to regulate menstruation and benefit the lower jiao. It is also used for hernia and abdominal pain. Its name signifies its capacity to restore normal menstrual cycles and uterine position.
ST29 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST29 (Guilai) is located on the lower abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 4 cun inferior to the umbilicus.
ST29 regulates menstruation and benefits the Lower Jiao. Common clinical indications include abdominal pain, hernia, irregular menstruation, leucorrhea, uterine prolapse.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun. Caution for peritoneum. Caution: ⚠ Pregnancy: avoid — may stimulate uterine contraction (miscarriage / early-labour risk).
ST29 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).