Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Shangbafeng

English:	Upper Eight Winds
Also Known As:

Location

Posterior to the metatarsophalangeal joints of the foot, between all of the metatarsal bones.

Needling

Straight insertion, 0.5 to 1 cun. Sensation: local distention and soreness, possibly extending to the tips of the toes.

Command Functions

Actions

Indications

Malarial disorders
Peripheral neuritis
Snake bite
Headache
Toothache
Stomach ache
Lower leg swelling and lack of circulation
Gangrene of the lower leg and foot
Leg Qi
Redness, pain and swelling of the dorsum of the foot

Foot and toe disorders
Arthritis of the leg and foot
Paralysis of the leg and foot
Numbness of the leg and foot
Muscular spasms of the leg and foot
Joint problems of the leg and foot
Beriberi
Toe pain
Swelling of the dorsum of the foot
Irregular menstruation
Chronic atrophy (Wei) syndrome of the feet

Combinations

ST-36 Zusanli GB-34 Yanglingquan
Inflammation of the dorsum of the foot

Contraindications

Notes

Three of these points are listed separately as LIV-3 Taichong, ST-43 Xiangu and GB-42 Diwuhui

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.