ST44

Neiting

Neiting(ST44,内庭) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Yangming Stomach Meridian of Foot. It is the Ying-Spring Point of the stomach.

Meaning

Nei, interior; ting, courtyard. This point is proximal to Lidui (ST. 45), likened to its courtyard.

Location

On the dorsum of the foot, proximal to the web margin between the second and third toes, at the junction of the red and white skin.

Indication

1. toothache in the upper jaw, sore throat, wry mouth, epistaxis.
2. abdominal distention, constipation, gastric pain.
3. swelling and pain of the dorsum of the foot.

Method

Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.5-0.8cun.