SP17 - Shidou (Spleen-Pancreas Point 17)

Point features

Where is it located

SP17 is located on the chest, in the fifth intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline, on the mammillary line, in line with ST18.

Functions

• Dissolves Chest Dampness
• Harmonizes chest Qi
• Facilitates breathing and relieves the sensation of oppression

What is it for

• Chest constriction
• Intercostal pain
• Phlegm cough
• Dyspnea
• Sensation of chest tightness

📲 In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with SP17, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

SP17 is useful in treating chest disorders due to Dampness and Qi stagnation, particularly in individuals with compromised digestion that affects breathing (e.g., dyspepsia causing chest oppression). It works synergistically with ST18, PC6, and CV17 in cases of chest congestion due to weak Spleen.

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 Spleen-Pancreas
• Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
• Associated pathology sheets
• Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin

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