ST43 (Xiangu, “Sunken Valley”) is the Shu-Stream (Wood) point of the Stomach Meridian. It is located on the dorsum of the foot, in the depression distal to the junction of the first and second metatarsal bones. It regulates the Spleen and Stomach, resolves dampness.
On the dorsum of the foot, in the depression distal to the junction of the first and second metatarsal bones.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-0.8 cun.
Regulates the Spleen and Stomach, resolves dampness.
Facial and general edema, abdominal pain, borborygmus, swelling and pain of the dorsum of the foot.
As the Shu-Stream (Wood) point, ST43 is excellent for regulating the Spleen and Stomach, making it a key point for resolving dampness and swelling, especially in the face and limbs. It harmonizes the middle Jiao, addressing digestive issues like abdominal distention and borborygmus. It is often combined with SP9 for edema and damp-related disorders.
ST43 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST43 (Xiangu) is located on the dorsum of the foot, in the depression distal to the junction of the first and second metatarsal bones.
ST43 regulates the Spleen and Stomach, resolves dampness. Common clinical indications include facial and general edema, abdominal pain, borborygmus, swelling and pain of the dorsum of the foot.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-0.8 cun.
ST43 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).