SP18 Tianxi

Tianxi · 天溪 · Heavenly Stream

Meridian

Spleen and pancreas meridian

Location

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.

What it helps with

Gentle support for a feeling of tightness and tension in the chest, including cyclical changes in women.

How to work on it

With the palm or finger pads stroke gently along the intercostal space for 30-60 seconds on each side, breathing calmly.

Caution

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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