CV17

Tanzhong

Star

膻中 (Dànzhōng)

Ren (Conception) channel · point 17

Front-Mu of the PericardiumInfluential point of QiSea of Qi (upper)

Location

On the midline of the sternum, level with the 4th intercostal space (between the nipples).

Needling

Depth: 0.3–0.5 cun transverse
Angle: 0.3–0.5 cun (transverse)
⚠ Cautions: Transverse insertion only (over the sternum).

Functions

  • Regulates and descends chest Qi
  • Benefits the breasts
  • Unbinds the chest

Indications

Chest oppressionCough/wheezingInsufficient lactationPalpitations

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