REN 17
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REN 17 Shan Zhong 膻中
“Chest Center”
SHAN central area of chest
ZHONG center, middle
Other Names
Location and Needling:
On the anterior mid line, between the nipples, level with the 4th intercostal space.
Transverse insertion 0.5 – 1 cun
Contraindications and Cautions
Functions
Ren Mai,
Front-Mu of PC
Hui -Meeting/ Influential point of QI
Command point for upper Jiao.
One of the Sea of Qi points (REN-17, BL-10, ST-9).
Intersection with SP, KD, SI, SJ meridians.
Regulates Qi and unbinds the chest
Descends rebellious LU and ST Qi
Benefits Zhong Qi, clears the LUs, transforms phlegm, loosens the chest and diaphragm, sedates coughing.
Promotes milk secretion and benefits the breasts.
Spirit of point: Communicates with spirit within the person. Brings the breath of life. Accesses and
joins the LU and the HT.
Signs and Symptoms
Clinical Research
Sources
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Footnote:
11 Mar 2012 04:34
tsangk
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