ST33 (Yinshi, “Yin Market”) is an acupuncture point on the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the anterior aspect of the thigh, 3 cun superior to the superior border of the patella, on the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and the lateral border of the patella. It dispels wind-damp and relaxes the sinews.
On the anterior aspect of the thigh, 3 cun superior to the superior border of the patella, on the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and the lateral border of the patella.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun.
Dispels wind-damp and relaxes the sinews.
Pain and numbness of the knee and thigh, muscular atrophy.
ST33, 'Yin Market,' is highly effective for acute and chronic knee pain, particularly when exacerbated by cold or dampness. It strongly dispels wind-damp and relaxes the sinews, making it a key point for Bi syndrome of the knee, inability to flex and extend the knee, and atrophy of the leg muscles. It is often combined with ST34 and SP10 for comprehensive knee treatment.
ST33 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST33 (Yinshi) is located on the anterior aspect of the thigh, 3 cun superior to the superior border of the patella, on the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and the lateral border of the patella.
ST33 dispels wind-damp and relaxes the sinews. Common clinical indications include pain and numbness of the knee and thigh, muscular atrophy.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun.
ST33 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).