SP17
Shidou
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.