Meridian Point For
Winter: Stomach 36
Stomach 36 can easily be said to be the number one
acupuncture point in the body. This point is named Zu San Li in Chinese, which
can be translated to mean leg three measure. This name describes its location
below the knee on the outer side of the shin bone. Other alternative names for
this influential point are Lower Sea of Qi, Ghost Evil and Lower Mound.
Although it is located on the leg, this point is the command
point of the abdomen. Because of this function, Stomach 36 can be used for all
digestive problems, including constipation, food stagnation, stomach pain,
diarrhea, indigestion, vomiting, hiccups and gastroenteritis.
The spleen and stomach organs in Chinese medicine are the
source of post-natal Qi, this Qi which is acquired after we are born. Because
of this, Stomach 36 is a very tonifying and energy-building point. It can help
with weakness and dizziness, as well as promoting longevity, especially when
combined with moxibustion (the burning of the herb moxa on acupuncture points).
Wei Qi is the defensive Qi in the body and can likened to the immune system and
Stomach 36 can help build Wei Qi to defend against illness.
Locally, Stomach 36 can be used for edema and swelling in the
leg, pain in the leg, atrophy of
the lower limbs, varicose veins and just promoting good circulation. Stomach 36
helps pass urinary and gall stones, promotes lactation, reduces hypertension
and helps with difficult urination and incontinence.
Bishara Wilson
New York Sports Acupuncture
www.newyorksportsacupuncture.com
888.375.5444
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