KI22 (Bùláng, “Corridor Walk”) is an acupuncture point on the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located in the second intercostal space, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline. It descends rebellious qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
In the second intercostal space, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Oblique insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.
Descends rebellious qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
Cough, asthma, chest pain, vomiting.
KI22, 'Corridor Walk', is a crucial point for descending rebellious qi in the chest, making it highly effective for respiratory conditions. It is primarily used for cough, asthma, chest oppression, and shortness of breath, especially when there is a sense of constriction. Its name suggests its role in clearing pathways and promoting smooth qi flow in the chest. It is often used with LU7 to strengthen its action on cough and asthma.
KI22 is one of 27 points on the Kidney Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
KI22 (Bùláng) is located in the second intercostal space, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
KI22 descends rebellious qi, alleviates cough and asthma. Common clinical indications include cough, asthma, chest pain, vomiting.
Oblique insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
KI22 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).