ST13 (Qihu, “Qi Door”) is an acupuncture point on the Stomach Meridian. It is located in the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline, directly above ST14, at the lower border of the clavicle. It regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
In the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline, directly above ST14, at the lower border of the clavicle.
Oblique or perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Deep insertion carries a risk of pneumothorax.
Regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
Cough, asthma, chest fullness, intercostal neuralgia.
Qihu, or 'Qi Door,' is a crucial point for opening the chest and regulating qi, particularly useful for respiratory issues like cough, asthma, and wheezing. It is often employed when there is a sensation of fullness or oppression in the chest, helping to descend rebellious lung and stomach qi. Its location makes it effective for local chest pain and intercostal neuralgia.
ST13 is one of 45 points on the Stomach Meridian. Nearby points:
ST13 (Qihu) is located in the supraclavicular fossa, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline, directly above ST14, at the lower border of the clavicle.
ST13 regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma. Common clinical indications include cough, asthma, chest fullness, intercostal neuralgia.
Oblique or perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Deep insertion carries a risk of pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
ST13 is a point on the Stomach Meridian (Zú Yángmíng Wèijīng).