KI-25 - Spirit Storehouse
神藏 - Shén cáng
Point Region: Chest
KI-25, or 'Shencang' (meaning 'Spirit Storehouse'), is a point located on the chest. Its name, 'Spirit Storehouse,' refers to its ability to 'store' or 'contain' the 'spirit' or 'shen,' which can be useful in cases of extreme anxiety or emotional distress.
As a local point, Shencang is primarily used for issues related to the chest and heart, such as a cough, asthma, and chest pain. It is a go-to point for 'calming' the mind and 'clearing' emotional blockages in the chest. By stimulating this point, you can help to release deep-seated tension and restore a sense of peace and tranquility.
Shencang acts as a vital access point to the heart and lungs, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of balance and harmony. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the upper body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the chest, level with the 2nd intercostal space, lateral to the sternum.
How to Locate:
- Find the 2nd space between ribs (well above nipple level)
- Move about half a finger-width to the side from your breastbone
- This is on your upper chest
- The point is in this rib space lateral to your breastbone
Primary Functions
Urinary & Kidney System
- Nourishes kidney essence and stores spirit
- Treats kidney deficiency patterns
- Strengthens kidney-heart connection
Respiratory System
- Treats chronic cough and asthma
- Regulates lung qi and breathing
- Addresses chest oppression
- Treats respiratory weakness
Nervous System
- Calms the spirit and mind
- Treats severe anxiety and panic
- Improves mental stability
- Addresses spiritual disturbances
Emotional & Mental
- Treats emotional trauma and shock
- Strengthens spiritual resilience
- Reduces mental agitation
- Protects and stores the spirit
Circulatory System
- Regulates heart function
- Treats chest pain and palpitations
- Supports cardiac rhythm
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Palpitations
- Chest pain
- Cough
- Asthma
- Heart problems
- Chest discomfort
- Respiratory problems
- Anxiety
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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KI-25 Protocols
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Important Precautions
- Severe heart disease
- Recent chest surgery
- Acute cardiac events