Point features

Where is it located

KI23 is located 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline (CV17), in the 4th intercostal space, at the level of the nipple.

Functions

• Opens the chest and regulates Heart and Lung Qi
• Tonifies Kidney Yin and calms the Shen
• Harmonizes rebellious Qi and dissolves chest stagnation

What is it for

• Anxiety with chest tightness
• Dry cough
• Dyspnea
• Asthma
• Palpitations and deficiency-related breathing difficulties

📲 In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with KI23, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

Shenfeng, 'Seal of the Spirit', is a key point to open the chest and treat the Heart-Kidney connection, especially effective for emotional disorders manifesting in the chest. Used in protocols for insomnia, anxiety, and air hunger.

Available on the AcupointsMap app:

• Interactive 3D visualization of the point
• Complete functions and therapeutic indications
• Needle insertion methods and detailed localization
• Complete pathway of the meridian of Kidneys
• Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
• Associated pathology sheets
• Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin

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