Stomach meridian
ST-29 (Guīlái, 归来) — Return
- Meridian
- Stomach (ST)
- Anatomical view
- anterior
- Point classification
- Lower abdominal point of the Stomach channel.
- Depth reference
- 1.0-1.5 cun perpendicular
- Moxibustion
- Not established in checked point-specific sources; avoid lower-abdominal moxibustion during pregnancy.
- Reference aliases
- ST29; Guilai; 归来; Return
Anatomical location
On the lower abdomen, 4 B-cun below the umbilicus and 2 B-cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Traditional actions
Regulates menstruation; moves blood stasis in the lower burner.
Recorded indications
Primary: Irregular or absent menstruation; uterine prolapse; vaginal discharge.
Secondary: Hernia-type groin pain; lower abdominal pain.
How to read this reference
AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.
Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.
Sources
References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.
Frequently asked questions
Where is ST-29 located?
On the lower abdomen, 4 B-cun below the umbilicus and 2 B-cun lateral to the anterior midline.
What reference actions and indications are recorded for ST-29?
Regulates menstruation; moves blood stasis in the lower burner. The dataset lists these primary indications: Irregular or absent menstruation; uterine prolapse; vaginal discharge. Secondary indications are recorded as: Hernia-type groin pain; lower abdominal pain.
Is ST-29 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify ST-29 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.