ST-3 - Great Crevice

巨髎 - Jù liáo

Point Region: Face

ST

Stomach Meridian

足阳明胃经 - Zú Yángmíng Wèi Jīng

ST-3 Juliao, meaning 'Great Crevice,' is a master point for harmonizing the face and relieving swelling. Located on the cheekbone, it is a key point for addressing a wide range of issues that are caused by 'wind' or stagnation in the face. Its name, 'Great Crevice,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the face.

Think of Juliao as a point that helps to 'iron out the wrinkles' of your face. It's invaluable for addressing issues like facial paralysis, a droopy mouth, and a feeling of a 'tight' face. By harmonizing the face and relieving swelling, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.

By harmonizing the face and relieving swelling, ST-3 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a well-regulated and unburdened body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: Directly below the pupil, level with the lower border of the ala nasi, on the lateral side of the nasolabial groove.

How to Locate:

  1. Find the line straight down from your pupil
  2. Locate the level of your nostrils
  3. Find the groove that runs from your nose to the corner of your mouth
  4. The point is on the outer edge of this groove, level with your nostrils
Location illustration for Directly below the pupil, level with the lower border of the ala nasi, on the lateral side of the nasolabial groove.

Primary Functions

Oral & Dental Health

  • Treats toothache and dental pain
  • Reduces facial swelling and inflammation
  • Relieves jaw tension and TMJ disorders

Nervous System

  • Alleviates trigeminal neuralgia
  • Treats facial paralysis and nerve disorders
  • Reduces facial muscle spasms

Respiratory System

  • Relieves nasal congestion and sinusitis
  • Treats rhinitis and nasal disorders

Digestive System

  • Supports appetite and taste sensation
  • Harmonizes stomach qi in facial region

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Facial pain
  • Facial swelling
  • Nasal congestion
  • Visual disturbances
  • Facial paralysis
  • Sinus problems
  • Facial numbness
  • Rhinitis
  • Facial edema

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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ST-3 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Recent facial surgery
  • Severe facial infections
  • Facial nerve damage