CV-19 - Purple Palace
紫宫 - Zǐ gōng
Point Region: Chest
CV-19 Zigong, meaning 'Purple Palace,' is a point that soothes the chest and opens the upper burner, a master harmonizer of emotional flow. Located on the sternum, it is a key point for addressing a wide range of issues that are caused by emotional tension, which can manifest as a feeling of tightness in the chest or a heavy heart. Its name, 'Purple Palace,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of royalty and dignity to our emotional world.
Think of Zigong as a point that helps you to find your inner calm. It's especially useful for addressing a feeling of anxiety, a tight chest, and a sense of being 'stuck' in your emotions. By soothing the chest and opening the upper burner, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.
By soothing the chest and opening the upper burner, CV-19 helps to restore a sense of emotional balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a calm heart and a peaceful mind.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the anterior midline of the chest, at the level of the second intercostal space.
How to Locate:
- Locate your breastbone in the center of your chest
- Find the nipple level and measure 2 finger-widths above it
- This is higher up on your breastbone toward your throat
- Stay exactly on the centerline
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Cough
- Vomiting
- Phlegm accumulation
- Throat inflammation
- Chest pain
- Respiratory disorders
- Nausea
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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CV-19 Protocols
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Important Precautions
- Pregnancy
- Severe heart conditions
- Recent thoracic surgery