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Shidou

Synonyms:
  1. 食窦
  2. SP17
  3. 食竇

Shidou
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Shidou(SP17, 食窦) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Taiyin Spleen Meridian of Foot.

Location

In the 5th intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior median line.

Indication

  • ①the sensation of fullness in the chest and hypochondriac region;
  • ②regurgitation, abdominal distension;
  • ③edema.

Method

Puncture obliquely 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.