ST9 Renying

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Meridian

Stomach meridian

Location

On the neck, at the level of the Adam's apple, at the front edge of the sternocleidomastoid muscle (over the pulse).

What it helps with

A classic regulating point; for self-help, only light touch.

How to work on it

Only light stroking downward for 15–20 seconds on one side.

Caution

The carotid artery is nearby: do not press, do not massage both sides at once, and stop if you feel dizzy.

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