Location acupuncture point Kg 17
Location:
In the middle of the sternum, at the level of the nipples (in men).
Center of the Chest — Shān Zhōng
This acupuncture point is considered the master point for breathing. At the same time, it also has a positive influence on the cardiovascular system and therefore helps with heart problems of various kinds. It is also the master point for the upper triple burner.
Application: 
30 seconds 
medium
30 seconds 
medium
Name:
- 膻中 (shān zhōng)
- CV 17
- Mitte des Brustkorbes
Helps with:
Triple burner harmonizing, Fear, Asthma, shortness of breath (dyspnea), Bronchitis, Cholesterol, Emotional harmonization, Gastritis, Cough — dry irritating cough, Strengthen immune system 2, Stage fright, Emotional harmonization points, Smoking cessation, Pain, Stress 1, Reduce stress
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Conception Vessel
Element:
-
Assignment:
Yin 
Organ time:
-
Category:
Classical acupuncture point
Master point
Master point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Alarm point of the pericardium
- Alarm point of the upper heater
- Frees the lungs
- Strengthens the circulation
- Calms the mind (Shen)
Contraindication:
None
None
Whenever it comes to emotional soothing, this is a point I love to use.
Application:
AcuPen:
This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.
Alternatively, you can press this point with the round end.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point CV 17 is pressed with the middle finger for 30 to 45 seconds.
Acupressure can be repeated several times a day (2 to 3 times) in case of acute problems.
Acupuncture technique:
The point is needled vertically, with a depth of 0.3 to 1 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
Video explanation of how to find the acupuncture point CV 17
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Meridian: conception vessel
Together with the Governing Vessel, the Concept Vessel controls the remaining 12 energy pathways and thus have a superior function in the energy system. Conceptual Vessel runs down the midline of the front of the body....Learn more now >