NAME
LANWEIXUE
LOCATION
Approximately 2 Cun distal to ST-36 Zusanli on the right leg.
Note: the exact location of this point is determined by careful palpation to identify the point of maximum tenderness.
NEEDLING
Perpendicular insertion 1 to 1.5 cun.
1.5 to 2.5 cun causing distention and soreness, possibly extending to the foot.
Puncture perpendicularly 1 to 1.2 cun.
COMMAND FUNCTIONS
ACTIONS
Activates Qi and Blood
Clears Heat and Fire toxicity from the Large Intestine
Stops abdominal pain
Resolves Damp-Heat
INDICATIONS
Acute and chronic appendicitis
Severe lower abdominal pain and cramps
Bi syndrome of the lower limb
Paralysis of the lower limb
Drop foot
Epigastric pain
Indigestion
COMBINATIONS
ST-37 Shangjuxu ST-25 Tianshu LI-11 Quchi | ST-36 Zusanli Point of pain (Ahshi point) on the lower right side of the abdomen | |
Acute appendicitis | Uncomplicated appendicitis |
CONTRAINDICATIONS
NOTES
This point is famous for treating acute and chronic appendicitis. It is one of the few points that only appears on one side of the body.