ST34 (Liangqiu, “Beam Hill”) is the Xi-cleft point of the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the anterior aspect of the thigh, 2 cun proximal to the superior border of the patella, on the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and the superolateral border of the patella. It alleviates pain and benefits the knee, acute conditions.
On the anterior aspect of the thigh, 2 cun proximal to the superior border of the patella, on the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and the superolateral border of the patella.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun.
Alleviates pain and benefits the knee, acute conditions.
Acute gastric pain, pain and swelling of the knee, paralysis of the lower extremities.
As the Xi-cleft point of the Stomach meridian, ST34 is renowned for treating acute pain and conditions along the Stomach channel, particularly in the knee. It is a primary point for acute gastric pain, mastitis, and especially acute knee pain and swelling due to trauma or inflammation. Its action is swift and potent in alleviating severe pain. It is often paired with ST35 for comprehensive knee pain management.
ST34 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST34 (Liangqiu) is located on the anterior aspect of the thigh, 2 cun proximal to the superior border of the patella, on the line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and the superolateral border of the patella.
ST34 alleviates pain and benefits the knee, acute conditions. Common clinical indications include acute gastric pain, pain and swelling of the knee, paralysis of the lower extremities.
Perpendicular insertion 1-1.5 cun.
ST34 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).