CV-20 - Flower Covering
华盖 - Huá gài
Point Region: Chest
CV-20 Huagai, meaning 'Magnificent Canopy,' is a point that shelters the Heart and Lungs, dispersing fullness and calming cough. Located on the sternum, it acts as a 'canopy' that protects the body's most vital organs. This point is a master at addressing a wide range of issues that are caused by 'rebellious' Lung Qi, which can manifest as a chronic cough, a feeling of fullness in the chest, or a restless spirit.
Think of Huagai as a point that helps to create a sense of protection and comfort. It's invaluable for addressing issues like asthma, a chronic cough, and a feeling of tightness in the chest. By dispersing fullness and calming the cough, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.
By sheltering the Heart and Lungs, CV-20 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a strong and unburdened heart and lungs.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the anterior midline of the chest, at the level of the first intercostal space.
How to Locate:
- Find the top of your breastbone near your throat
- Locate the area just below your collar bones
- This is at the upper part of your breastbone
- Stay on the centerline between your collar bones

Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Bronchitis
- Asthma
- Reflux
- Pleurisy
- Chest pain
- Cough
- Respiratory disorders
- Throat problems
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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CV-20 Protocols
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Important Precautions
- Pregnancy
- Severe respiratory distress
- Recent chest surgery