KI23 (Shénfēng, “Spirit Seal”) is an acupuncture point on the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located in the third intercostal space, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline. It descends rebellious qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
In the third 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, mastitis.
KI23, 'Spirit Seal', is a powerful point for descending rebellious qi and alleviating respiratory symptoms, particularly cough and asthma. It is also beneficial for chest pain, oppression, and difficulty breathing, often associated with emotional distress or phlegm accumulation. Its name, 'Spirit Seal', indicates its potential to calm the spirit and address psychosomatic respiratory issues. Combining with CV17 can enhance its ability to open the chest and regulate qi.
KI23 is one of 27 points on the Kidney Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
KI23 (Shénfēng) is located in the third intercostal space, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
KI23 descends rebellious qi, alleviates cough and asthma. Common clinical indications include cough, asthma, chest pain, mastitis.
Oblique insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
KI23 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).