ST26 Wailing

Wailing · 外陵 · Outer Mound

Meridian

Stomach meridian

Location

On the lower abdomen, 1 cun inferior to the centre of the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to the anterior median line.

What it helps with

Cramping and dragging sensations in the lower belly, discomfort in the first days of the cycle, bloating below the navel.

How to work on it

Warm the area with the palm, then gentle fingertip circles for 1 minute, without deep pressure.

Caution

Do not use during pregnancy. Do not massage during acute lower abdominal pain — that needs an in-person medical assessment.

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