Meaning

"The source of the accumulation Qi under the collar bone coming to the surface".

Localization

On the lateral aspect of the chest, in the first intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the midline, 1 cun inferior to Yunmen LU.2.

Functions

Unblocks channels, regulates upper burner.

Intersection

The point of intersection of Lung Channel of Hand Tai Yin and Spleen Channel of Foot Tai Yin.

Indications

- Respiratory system: cough, dyspnea, choking, chest cramps, chest pain.
- Disorders of the Nose: nasal congestion, runny nose, anosmia.
- Affection of the throat: sore throat.
- Features: tumors of the thyroid gland, pain in the navel, abdominal distention, back pain, swelling of the face, arms and legs, opens the way for the passage of lung Qi.

Needling Method

Puncture perpendicularly 0.3 -0.5 cun; puncture obliquely to the axilla strictly on the upper edge of the underlying rib 0.5-1 cun. Cauterization.