ST36 (Zusanli, “Leg Three Miles”) is the He-Sea (Earth) point of the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 3 cun inferior to ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia. It harmonizes the Stomach, strengthens the Spleen, tonifies Qi and blood, dispels pathogens.
On the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 3 cun inferior to ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.
Perpendicular insertion 1-2 cun.
Harmonizes the Stomach, strengthens the Spleen, tonifies Qi and blood, dispels pathogens.
Gastric pain, vomiting, abdominal distention, diarrhea, constipation, mastitis, enteritis, hemiplegia, dizziness, insomnia, mental disorders, general weakness.
ST36 is arguably the most important and versatile point on the body, serving as the He-Sea (Earth) point and a Lower He-Sea point of the Stomach. It is a command point for the abdomen, celebrated for its profound ability to tonify Qi and Blood, strengthen the Spleen and Stomach, and regulate digestion. Clinically, it treats a vast array of conditions from chronic fatigue and digestive disorders to immune deficiency and general weakness. A classic pairing is with Ren12 (Zhongwan) to powerfully harmonize the Middle Jiao.
ST36 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST36 (Zusanli) is located on the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 3 cun inferior to ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.
ST36 harmonizes the Stomach, strengthens the Spleen, tonifies Qi and blood, dispels pathogens. Common clinical indications include gastric pain, vomiting, abdominal distention, diarrhea, constipation, mastitis, enteritis, hemiplegia, dizziness, insomnia, mental disorders, general weakness.
Perpendicular insertion 1-2 cun.
ST36 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).