Acupoint · SP21
Great Enveloping SP21
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Location
On the lateral chest, on the mid-axillary line, in the sixth intercostal space.
Point-taking cue
Great Enveloping: the great luo-connecting point of the Spleen, on the mid-axillary line.
Meridian
Spleen Meridian · Lateral chest · Earth
Point categories
Major collateral
Self-care
Gently knead the point with a fingertip for 2–3 min until mild soreness; or apply gentle moxibustion for 10–15 min
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