Heartburn, or acid reflux can be due to acid from the stomach regurgitating onto the lower end of the oesophagus thereby causing burning pain. Gastric and duodenal ulcers can cause similar symptoms.
| Disperse | |
ST21 |
Four thumb widths directly above ST25. |
CV12 |
Four thumb widths directly above the umbilicus, (mid way between it and the bottom of the centre of the breastbone). |
CV17 |
On the centre line sternum (chest bone) in the hollow on a line between the nipples. |
ST36 |
Three thumb widths below the kneecap and on the outer side of the leg one thumb width from the outstanding angle of the leg bone. |
