Stomach meridian

ST-40 (Fēnglóng, 丰隆) — Abundant Bulge

Meridian
Stomach (ST)
Anatomical view
anterior
Point classification
Luo-connecting point of the Stomach channel.
Depth reference
1.0-1.5 cun perpendicular
Moxibustion
Not established in checked point-specific sources.
Reference aliases
ST40; Fenglong; 丰隆; Abundant Bulge

Anatomical location

On the anterolateral leg, at the lateral border of tibialis anterior and 8 B-cun above the prominence of the lateral malleolus.

Traditional actions

Transforms phlegm and dampness; eases cough and wheezing; calms the spirit; activates the leg channel.

Recorded indications

Primary: Cough with phlegm; wheezing; headache; dizziness.

Secondary: Agitation; seizure disorders in traditional use; leg weakness or 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.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region ST40, p. 66
  2. Acupuncture.Com Acupuncture Point Reference Stomach 40

Frequently asked questions

Where is ST-40 located?

On the anterolateral leg, at the lateral border of tibialis anterior and 8 B-cun above the prominence of the lateral malleolus.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for ST-40?

Transforms phlegm and dampness; eases cough and wheezing; calms the spirit; activates the leg channel. The dataset lists these primary indications: Cough with phlegm; wheezing; headache; dizziness. Secondary indications are recorded as: Agitation; seizure disorders in traditional use; leg weakness or pain.

Is ST-40 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify ST-40 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.