ST37 (Shangjuxu, “Upper Great Hollow”) is the Lower He-Sea point of the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 6 cun inferior to ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia. It regulates the intestines and resolves damp-heat.
On the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 6 cun inferior to ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.
Perpendicular insertion 1-2 cun.
Regulates the intestines and resolves damp-heat.
Abdominal pain, diarrhea, dysentery, appendicitis, paralysis of the lower extremities.
As the Lower He-Sea point of the Large Intestine, ST37 is a primary point for regulating the intestines and resolving damp-heat in the Lower Jiao. It is highly effective for various intestinal disorders, including dysentery, appendicitis, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Its action is particularly strong in clearing heat and dampness from the large intestine. It is often combined with ST25 (Tianshu) for acute intestinal inflammation.
ST37 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST37 (Shangjuxu) is located on the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 6 cun inferior to ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.
ST37 regulates the intestines and resolves damp-heat. Common clinical indications include abdominal pain, diarrhea, dysentery, appendicitis, paralysis of the lower extremities.
Perpendicular insertion 1-2 cun.
ST37 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).