Stomach 1 (ST1) – Chengqi, Tear Container
Location
ST1 is located just below the inner corner of the eye, near the tear duct.
Functions
ST1 is used to support treatment of eye inflammations, tearing, or other eye problems.
Indicators
Photophobia, Eyelid Problems, Tearing, Eye fatigue / tension, Eye Irritation
Safety
ST1 is very close to the eye. Treatment should only be performed by experienced individuals to avoid injury.
Medical information
ST1 is located in the infraorbital foramen, caudal and slightly ventral to the medial canthus of the eye, in the depression between the medial palpebral ligament and the lacrimal bone.
ST1 is used for treating conjunctivitis, blepharospasm, epiphora, and other ophthalmological conditions. It influences local meridians and promotes Qi flow in the periocular region.
Due to the proximity to the eyeball and sensitive structures, precise needling technique is essential. Unskilled manipulation may cause trauma or infection.
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