Acupoint CV 17 For angina pectoris symptoms

Conception Vessel 17, Chinese Name: Tanzhong (English translation: Chest Center ). Location:  On the anterior median line of the chest, at the level of the 4th intercostal space, at the midpoint between the two nipples.

Acupressure point CV 17 or Conception Vessel 17 is a potent pressure point for treating angina pectoris symptoms. This point is termed the Upper Sea Qi and it is located in the center of the breastbone, midway between the top and bottom, and then down one chon.

This point can be stimulated by applying light pressure to the point using the fingertips for 1 minute. It is used to reduce palpitations and cardiac pain. It is a useful point for Asthma, cough, and diaphragmatic pain, postnatal issues like insufficient lactation and mastitis and sore throat. This point facilitates overall Qi flow throughout the body.