REN16 (Zhongting, “Central Courtyard”) is an acupuncture point on the Conception Vessel Meridian. It is located on the anterior midline of the chest, at the level of the fifth intercostal space, on the xiphisternal synchondrosis. It regulates Qi in the chest and diaphragm, alleviates pain.
On the anterior midline of the chest, at the level of the fifth intercostal space, on the xiphisternal synchondrosis.
Oblique insertion inferiorly 0.5-1 cun. Caution: Pneumothorax.
Regulates Qi in the chest and diaphragm, alleviates pain.
Fullness and pain in the chest and hypochondrium, hiccup, vomiting.
Ren16, 'Central Courtyard', is primarily used to regulate Qi in the chest and diaphragm, making it beneficial for conditions like chest oppression, pain, and difficulty breathing. It helps to descend rebellious Qi and alleviate discomfort in the epigastric region. While less commonly used than other Ren points, it can be effective for localized chest stagnation.
REN16 is one of 24 points on the Conception Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
REN16 (Zhongting) is located on the anterior midline of the chest, at the level of the fifth intercostal space, on the xiphisternal synchondrosis.
REN16 regulates Qi in the chest and diaphragm, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include fullness and pain in the chest and hypochondrium, hiccup, vomiting.
Oblique insertion inferiorly 0.5-1 cun. Caution: Pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
REN16 is a point on the Conception Vessel Meridian (Rèn Mài).