Acupoint · SP8
Earth Foundation SP8
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Location
On the medial lower leg, 3 cun below SP9 on the line toward the medial malleolus.
Point-taking cue
Earth Foundation: 3 cun below SP9 — the channel’s xi-cleft marker.
Meridian
Spleen Meridian · Lower leg · Earth
Point categories
Xi-cleft point
Indications
Irregular menstruation, abdominal pain
Self-care
Gently knead the point with a fingertip for 2–3 min until mild soreness; or apply gentle moxibustion for 10–15 min
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