Acupoint · ST45
Severe Mouth ST45
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Location
On the lateral side of the distal second toe, 0.1 finger-cun proximal-lateral to the corner of the nail.
Point-taking cue
Severe Mouth: the final station of the line, beside the second toenail.
Meridian
Stomach Meridian · Toes · Earth
Point categories
Jing-well point
Indications
Loss of consciousness, wind-stroke, toothache, excessive dreaming, mania and withdrawal
Actions
As a jing-well point, said to govern the spirit-mind
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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