ST16 Yingchuang

Yingchuang · 膺窗 · Chest Window

Meridian

Stomach meridian

Location

In the anterior thoracic region, in the third intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior median line.

What it helps with

Tightness and distension in the chest, tenderness of the chest wall before menstruation, restricted in-breath.

How to work on it

Very gentle circles with the fingertips along the intercostal space for 30 seconds; if tender, just rest a warm palm there.

Caution

The lung lies beneath: do not press deep. The point sits at the upper border of the breast — do not massage over breast tissue; see a doctor for lumps, pain or discharge.