KI20 (Tōnggǔ, “Connecting Valley”) is an acupuncture point on the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located on the anterior midline of the abdomen, 6 cun superior to the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline. It regulates qi, harmonizes middle jiao.
On the anterior midline of the abdomen, 6 cun superior to the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.5 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.
Regulates qi, harmonizes middle jiao.
Abdominal distention, vomiting, diarrhea, asthma.
KI20, 'Connecting Valley', excels at harmonizing the Middle Jiao and regulating qi, making it a key point for various digestive complaints. It is particularly useful for abdominal distention, borborygmus, diarrhea, and constipation, often stemming from Spleen and Stomach disharmony. Its name suggests its ability to open and regulate the flow of qi in the abdominal region. It can be combined with CV12 for broader Middle Jiao regulation.
KI20 is one of 27 points on the Kidney Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
KI20 (Tōnggǔ) is located on the anterior midline of the abdomen, 6 cun superior to the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
KI20 regulates qi, harmonizes middle jiao. Common clinical indications include abdominal distention, vomiting, diarrhea, asthma.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.5 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
KI20 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).