ST24 - Huaroumen (Stomach Point 24)
Point features
Where is it located
ST24 is located on the abdomen, 1 cun above the navel and 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline, at the horizontal line of CV9 (Shuifen).
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Calms the Shen and dissolves mental Phlegm
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Regulates the chest and abdominal Qi
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Vomiting due to stress or nervous tension
- Epigastric pain with emotional component
- Anxiety, insomnia, and mental confusion
- Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with ST24, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
ST24 is a lesser-known but very useful point for psychosomatic digestive disorders, especially when related to emotional tensions. In TCM, it is used to 'pacify the Shen' in the presence of Phlegm and Heat in the Heart.
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What you can find with AcupointsMap:
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