Location acupuncture point St 38
Location:
Halfway from the lower edge of the kneecap to the lateral malleolus, 1 finger width next to the tibial edge.
Narrow Opening — Táo Kŏu
This point is used in acupuncture as a remote point for restricted movement and pain in the shoulder. It is considered a remote point for shoulder problems and can therefore complement local acupuncture points in their effect.
In addition, of course, it has a harmonizing effect on the gastric meridian and thus digestion.
Application: 
30 seconds 
vigorous
30 seconds 
vigorous
Name:
- 条口 (tiáo kŏu)
- St 38
- Schmale Öffnung
Helps with:
Remote point for shearing problems, stomach harmonizing
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Stomach
Element:
Earth
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
7 to 9 o'clock
Category:
Classical acupuncture point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Clears the pathways
- Supports the stomach qi
- acts as a remote point for shoulder problems
Contraindication:
None
None
I use the acupuncture point St 38 mainly as a remote point for problems with the shoulder joint. Remote points can complement a treatment very effectively and should always be used as a supplement.
Application:
AcuPen:
This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point St 38 is pressed with the thumb for 30 to 45 seconds.
Acupressure can be repeated several times a day (2 to 3 times) in case of acute problems.
Acupuncture technique:
The point is needled vertically, with a depth of 0.3 to 2 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
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Meridian: Stomach
The stomach, together with the spleen and pancreas, forms the element EARTH. This is a very central element as it provides most of our postnatal energy. We get about 60 % of our daily energy from the food...Learn more now >
Features: Earth element
- Late summer
- Sweet
- Center
- Mouth
- Concern
- Compassion
- Spleen
- Stomach