ST41 (Jiexi, “Stream Divide”) is the Jing-River (Fire) point of the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the anterior aspect of the ankle joint, at the midpoint of the transverse crease formed by the tibialis anterior tendon and the extensor digitorum longus tendon, between the malleoli. It clears heat from the Stomach and calms the Shen.
On the anterior aspect of the ankle joint, at the midpoint of the transverse crease formed by the tibialis anterior tendon and the extensor digitorum longus tendon, between the malleoli.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. Avoid the anterior tibial artery.
Clears heat from the Stomach and calms the Shen.
Headache, dizziness, vertigo, facial swelling, constipation, mental disorders, foot drop.
As the Jing-River (Fire) point, ST41 is a primary point for clearing excess heat from the Stomach meridian, manifesting as facial swelling, toothache, or mania. It is also significant for calming the Shen, particularly in cases of agitation, insomnia, or emotional disturbance due to Stomach heat. Its location on the ankle makes it useful for local pain and swelling. It is often paired with PC6 for nausea and vomiting.
ST41 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST41 (Jiexi) is located on the anterior aspect of the ankle joint, at the midpoint of the transverse crease formed by the tibialis anterior tendon and the extensor digitorum longus tendon, between the malleoli.
ST41 clears heat from the Stomach and calms the Shen. Common clinical indications include headache, dizziness, vertigo, facial swelling, constipation, mental disorders, foot drop.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. Avoid the anterior tibial artery. Caution: ⚠ Major vessel/nerve nearby — palpate first; avoid deep insertion (near the tibial artery).
ST41 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).