NAME

TIANQUAN

LOCATION

Located 2 cun below the level of the axilla, between
the two heads of the biceps brachii muscle.
On the anterior aspect of the arm, 2 cun below the
anterior axillary fold, between
the two heads of the biceps brachii muscle.

NEEDLING

Straight insertion 1 to 2 cun.
Oblique insertion distally or proximally along the line of
the channel 1 to 1.5 cun.
Puncture perpendicularly 0.5 to 0.7 cun.
Moxibustion is applicable.

COMMAND FUNCTIONS

ACTIONS

Unbinds the chest
Invigorates the Blood
Alleviates pain

INDICATIONS

Angina pectoris
Cough
Pulmonary congestion
Palpitations
Chest and flank pain
Pain along the medial aspect of the upper arm
Distention of the hypochondriac region
Blurred vision
Menstrual problems
Pain radiating from the chest to the back
Heart pain
Heart disorders
Chest, back, shoulder, scapula and arm pain
Stone edema
Stifling sensation and pain of the chest
Aversion to Wind and Cold
Fullness of the chest and lateral costal region
High fever without sweat
Pneumonia

COMBINATIONS

PC-4 Ximen PC-6 Neiguan REN-17 Shanzhong
Heart pain radiating to the shoulder and arm

CONTRAINDICATIONS

NOTES

This point invigorates and distributes Qi. It is used for nursing mothers who don't have enough milk because Heat is drying it up. It has an infinite accumulation of warmth and spirit.

The knowledge about Traditional Chinese Medicine is provided free but without any warranties. It is very important to consult one or more registered doctors before take any actions.