Tianxi · 天溪 · Heavenly Stream
Spleen and pancreas meridian
In the anterior thoracic region, in the fourth intercostal space, 6 B-cun lateral to the anterior median line — at the level of the nipple, lateral to it.
Gentle support for a feeling of tightness and tension in the chest, including cyclical changes in women.
With the palm or finger pads stroke gently along the intercostal space for 30-60 seconds on each side, breathing calmly.
Ribs and lung lie beneath the point: do not press deeply, use only a surface movement along the rib. The point lies next to breast tissue — do not massage the breast itself; see a doctor for lumps or breast pain.
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