Acupoints

A Quiet Powerhouse for Stomach Support: An Overlooked but Valuable Acupoint

For relief from abdominal discomfort, the Cheng Man acupoint has you covered.
A Quiet Powerhouse for Stomach Support: An Overlooked but Valuable Acupoint
ST20 Assuming Fullness (Cheng Man) The Epoch Times
Moreen Liao
Moreen Liao
R.Ph. of TCM (Taiwan)
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Some acupoints capture the spotlight and enjoy widespread recognition, while others, like Assuming Fullness (Cheng Man, ST20), quietly serve their purpose without much fanfare. Its subtlety is akin to that of a dependable neighbor who, without seeking recognition, is always there to lend a helping hand when needed.

While it may not be a household name, understanding and utilizing Cheng Man can be a game-changer for anyone seeking relief from abdominal discomfort. Its reliability and effectiveness make it a point worth knowing, ensuring it will always serve as a steadfast ally on the journey to better digestive health.

What We Know From Classical Texts

Cheng Man is first mentioned in the “Zhen Jiu Jia Yi Jing” (“A-B Classic of Acupuncture and Moxibustion”), one of the oldest surviving texts on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). This acupoint is part of the Stomach meridian, an energetic pathway that plays a key role in digestion, breathing, and other functions.
Moreen Liao
Moreen Liao
R.Ph. of TCM (Taiwan)
Moreen was born into a family with a lineage of four generations of traditional Chinese medicine doctors and professors. She was Dean of the Natural Therapies Institute in Sydney, Australia. Drawing on her family heritage, she created a certified organic wellness brand, and co-founded the largest Chinese medical image encyclopedia online.