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ST36 · 足阳明胃经

Zusanli zú sān lǐ · 足三里

Location. 3 cun below the lower border of the kneecap, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia.

Category. He-sea + lower he-sea of the Stomach 合穴·胃下合穴

The point most often named in classical mnemonics for general vitality and the digestive system.

定位。犊鼻下 3 寸,胫骨前嵴外一横指处。

特定穴。He-sea + lower he-sea of the Stomach 合穴·胃下合穴

经典歌诀中提到"整体状态"与脾胃时出现最多的腧穴。

Classical record · not a treatment recommendation. Needling technique is a licensed practitioner's skill and is out of scope here.
The most frequently used point in the tradition and low risk in routine practice. In very slim legs the tibia is closer than expected, so depth matters.

Other points on the Foot Yangming Stomach

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