ST28 Shuidao

Shuidao · 水道 · Waterway

Meridian

Stomach meridian

Location

On the lower abdomen, 3 cun inferior to the centre of the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to the anterior median line (level with REN4).

What it helps with

A swollen, over-full feeling in the lower belly, fluid retention before menstruation, dragging discomfort in the pelvis.

How to work on it

Warm palms and slow clockwise circles for 1-2 minutes, light pressure, breathing into the belly.

Caution

Do not use during pregnancy. The point lies over the bladder: work after emptying it and without strong pressure.

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