Exact Location and Function of Tiaokou Point

Tiaokou is an acupuncture point on the Stomach Meridian of Foot Yangming. Its functions include relieving stomachache, relieving vomiting, relieving hiccups, etc.

1. Location

Tiaokou is located on the anterolateral side of the calf, 10 inches below Dubi, about one horizontal finger away from the front edge of the tibia.

2. Action

1. Relieving stomachache. Stimulating

Tiaokou properly by massage and moxibustion can help relieve stomachache, indigestion and other symptoms, especially stomachache caused by chronic gastritis.

2. Relieving vomiting. Stimulating

Tiaokou properly can also help relieve vomiting symptoms, such as vomiting caused by cold.

3. Relieving hiccups.

Appropriate massage or moxibustion at Tiaokou can also relieve hiccups. For hiccups caused by cold and improper diet, it has a good effect.