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.

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