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伏兔

Synonyms:
  1. ST32
  2. Futuxue

Futuxue
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Futu(ST32,伏兔) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Yangming Stomach Meridian of Foot.

Location

On the thigh, on a line connecting the anterior superior iliac spine and lateral border of the patella, 6 cun above the superior border of the patella.

Indication

  • ①Paralysis of the legs, lumbago, cold invasion of the knee, and other diseases of the lower extremities;
  • ②herniation;
  • ③beriberi.

Method

Perpendicular insertion 1-2 cun.