SP20 All-Embracing

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SP20 (Zhōuróng, “All-Embracing”) is an acupuncture point on the Spleen Channel Meridian. It is located on the chest, in the second intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline. It regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.

Location

On the chest, in the second intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline.

Needling

Oblique insertion 0.5-0.8 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.

⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.

TCM functions

Regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.

Indications

Cough, asthma, chest pain, hypochondriac pain.

Clinical notes

SP20 is primarily used for regulating qi in the chest and alleviating cough and asthma, particularly when these conditions are related to Spleen dysfunction or phlegm accumulation. It is effective for chest oppression, pain in the lateral costal region, and difficulty breathing. Its location on the chest allows it to directly influence the Lung and Spleen relationship, making it useful for chronic respiratory issues with underlying Spleen weakness. It is often combined with LU1 for cough and chest fullness.

On the Spleen Channel channel

SP20 is one of 21 points on the Spleen Channel Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is SP20 located?

SP20 (Zhōuróng) is located on the chest, in the second intercostal space, 6 cun lateral to the anterior midline.

What is SP20 used for?

SP20 regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma. Common clinical indications include cough, asthma, chest pain, hypochondriac pain.

How is SP20 needled?

Oblique insertion 0.5-0.8 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.

Which meridian is SP20 on?

SP20 is a point on the Spleen Channel Meridian (Zú Tài Yīn Pí Jīng).

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