EXT-20 - Panting Breath

喘息 - Chuǎn xī

Point Region: Nape/Neck

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其他穴位 - Qítā Xuéwèi

EXT-20, or 'Chuanxi' (meaning 'Panting Breath'), is a local point located on the back. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'respiratory' system and 'breathing,' as well as a sense of shortness of breath.

As a local point, Chuanxi is primarily used for issues related to the chest and back, such as a stiff chest, a sore back, 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 back. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.

Chuanxi 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 upper back, lateral to T3, in the paraspinal region.

How to Locate:

  1. Count down three vertebrae from the prominent bone at the base of your neck
  2. Move about one finger-width to either side of the spine
  3. Locate the muscle beside the third thoracic vertebra
  4. This location in the paraspinal muscle is EXT-20
Location illustration for On the upper back, lateral to T3, in the paraspinal region.

Primary Functions

Respiratory System

  • Treats asthma and breathing difficulties
  • Relieves dyspnea and shortness of breath
  • Reduces bronchial inflammation
  • Improves lung function and capacity

Circulatory System

  • Improves pulmonary circulation
  • Regulates heart rate during breathing difficulties

Nervous System

  • Calms respiratory anxiety
  • Regulates autonomic breathing control

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Asthma
  • Wheezing
  • Chronic cough
  • Chest tightness
  • Upper back pain
  • Bronchitis
  • Respiratory distress
  • Shoulder blade tension

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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