What are the acupuncture points on the calf?
The acupoints on the calf muscles include Zusanli (ST36), Shangjuxu (ST37), Fenglong (ST40), Sanyinjiao (SP6), and others. Patients need to stimulate these acupoints under the guidance of professional physicians.
1. Zusanli (ST36)
Zusanli (ST36) is located three cun below the outer eye of the knee. Stimulating this acupoint can tonify the spleen and qi, and harmonize the stomach. Clinically, it is mainly used to treat cervical spondylosis, shoulder periarthritis, and other diseases.
2. Shangjuxu (ST37)
Shangjuxu (ST37) is located on the lateral side of the calf. Stimulating this acupoint can harmonize the stomach and intestines, regulate qi, and promote bowel movement. Clinically, it can treat symptoms such as bowel sounds, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, and lower limb pain.
3. Fenglong (ST40)
Fenglong (ST40) is located on the lateral side of the calf, eight cun above the outer malleolus, on the lateral side of the tibialis anterior muscle. Stimulating this acupoint can strengthen the spleen, resolve phlegm, harmonize the stomach, and descend rebellious qi. Clinically, it is mainly used to treat abdominal pain, abdominal distension, constipation, cough, asthma, and expectoration.
4. Sanyinjiao (SP6)
Sanyinjiao (SP6) is located three cun above the inner malleolus on the posterior border of the tibia. Stimulating this acupoint can strengthen the spleen, resolve dampness, regulate menstruation, and stop abnormal vaginal bleeding. Clinically, it is mainly used to treat abdominal pain, abdominal distension, irregular menstruation, and menstrual cramps.
In addition, there are other acupoints such as Taixi (KI3), Kunlun (BL60), and Juegu (GB39). When massaging these acupoints, patients should pay attention to moderate pressure and avoid excessive force. Different acupoints have different functions. If patients experience discomfort after massaging, they should seek medical attention promptly.
