CV17: 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.
CV17 or Conception Vessel 17 is a useful acupressure point for relieving sleeping disorders located in the center of the breast one, three thumb widths up from the base of the bone. This point is known as the Sea of Tranquillity which helps in relieving Insomnia caused by anxiety, nervousness and chest congestion.
Conception Vessel 17
This point is also useful for treating cough, asthma, palpitations, breast issues like insufficient lactation and mastitis. This point should be stimulated in combination with GV24.5 as instructed in the previous point.