Acupoint · ST35
Calf’s Nose ST35
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Location
At the front of the knee, in the hollow lateral to the patellar ligament with the knee flexed (the outer knee-eye).
Point-taking cue
Calf's Nose: the outer knee hollow shaped like a calf's nostril.
Meridian
Stomach Meridian · Knee · Earth
Indications
Swelling and pain of the knee, difficulty bending and extending it, weakness and numbness of the leg
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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