NAME

SHENCANG

LOCATION

2 cun lateral to REN-19 Zigong, in the second intercostal space.
In the second intercostal space, 2 cun lateral to the midline.

NEEDLING

Slanted insertion 0.5-0.8 cun.
Caution: Avoid deep insertion.
Puncture obliquely 0.3-0.5 cun.
Moxibustion is applicable.
Transverse-oblique insertion directed laterally along the intercostal space 0.5-1 cun.

COMMAND FUNCTIONS

ACTIONS

Tonifies the Kidneys
Calms the Mind
Unbinds the chest
Descends rebellious Lung and Stomach Qi

INDICATIONS

Bronchitis
Vomiting
Intercostal neuralgia
Anorexia
Asthma
Dyspnea
Suffocation
Coughing
A sensation of swelling in the chest and lateral costal region
Chest pain and oppression
Wheezing
Agitation and fullness

COMBINATIONS

REN-21 Xuanji KI-27 Shutu KI-24 Lingxu REN-14 Juque
Fullness of the chest with stiffness of the neck Vomiting with fullness of the chest

CONTRAINDICATIONS

NOTES

This is a good emotional point, especially on the left side. It is a good point for nourishing the Spirit.

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