Zusanli (ST 36)

Point He, the Xia He point of the Stomach, a point that treats the viscus directly.

Location of Zusanli

3 cun below Dubi and 1 finger-width lateral to the tibial crest, we find Zusanli.
If I cover my knee with the palm of the hand on the same side, my ring finger lies on Zusanli.

Therapeutic functions and clinical indications

• Earth point of the Stomach, which is itself Earth, therefore the key point for treating the Spleen and the Stomach, whatever the syndrome;
• The Spleen and the Stomach form the Middle Burner, where Qi and Blood are produced. So, if there is a Qi or Blood deficiency, I think of Zusanli.