Names Of Rugen
ST 18 Acupuncture Point
- English Name: Breast Root
- Pinyin Name: Rugen
- Chinese Character: 乳根
Where Is ST 18 ?
ST 18 Location
- 4 cun lateral to the AML in the 5th ICS.
- For point location tips, read our meridian notes; unsure about "cun" measurements, read what is a cun?.
What Is ST 18 Used For?
ST 18 Clinical Usages
- Any issues with the breasts - mastitis, pain/swelling, insufficient lactation.
- Chest tightness/oppression, asthma, cough.
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What Diagnostic Patterns May Use ST 18 ?
This point along with others in a proper point prescription may be used to balance the following TCM Patterns:
For more on this, read "What Does Acupuncture Treat?" and "Point Prescription Guidelines".
What Conditions May Use ST 18 ?
This point along with others in a proper point prescription may be used to balance the following Conditions / Symptoms:
For more on this, read "What Does Acupuncture Treat?" and "Point Prescription Guidelines".
What Points Are Near ST 18 ?
Where Do I Go Next?
List Of Related Points
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