EXT-15 - Flank Hall
胁堂穴 - Xiétáng
Point Region: Armpit
EXT-15, or 'Xietangxue' (meaning 'Flank Hall Point'), is a local point located on the side of the body. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'flank' or 'side' of the body.
As a local point, Xietangxue is primarily used for issues related to the chest and ribs, such as a stiff chest, a sore throat, and a sense of 'stuckness' in the chest. It is a go-to point for 'clearing heat' and 'regulating' the flow of energy in the chest and ribs. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.
Xietangxue acts as a vital access point to the core of the body, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the upper body. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the entire body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the lateral thorax, in the region of the intercostal spaces, often used for localized pain or respiratory issues.
How to Locate:
- Locate your armpit area
- Move your hand down to the side of your ribcage
- Find the spaces between the ribs (intercostal spaces)
- These areas between the ribs are EXT-15
Primary Functions
Respiratory System
- Relieves chest tightness and pain
- Treats asthma and breathing difficulties
- Improves lung function
Circulatory System
- Regulates chest circulation
- Relieves heart palpitations
Emotional & Mental
- Reduces anxiety and emotional stress
- Calms chest area tension
Musculoskeletal System
- Relieves intercostal muscle pain
- Reduces rib area tension
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Chest tightness
- Intercostal pain
- Cough
- Hypochondriac distention
- Pleuritic pain
- Rib pain
- Breathing difficulties
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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EXT-15 Protocols
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