SP-20 - Encircling Glory

周荣 - Zhōu róng

Point Region: Upper abdomen

SP

Spleen Meridian

足太阴脾经 - Zú Tàiyīn Píjīng

SP-20 Zhourong, meaning 'All-Round Flourishing,' is a point that benefits the chest and relieves cough. Located on the chest, it is a key point for addressing a wide range of issues that are caused by 'stagnation' or excess heat in the upper body. Its name, 'All-Round Flourishing,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system.

Think of Zhourong as a point that helps to 'flourish the chest' of your body. It's invaluable for addressing issues like a cough, a feeling of 'tightness' in the chest, and a restless spirit. By benefiting the chest and relieving cough, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.

By benefiting the chest and relieving cough, SP-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 well-regulated and harmonious body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the chest, in the 2nd intercostal space, lateral to the nipple line.

How to Locate:

  1. Find the level of your nipple
  2. Move to the side from your nipple toward your armpit
  3. Count up to the 2nd space between ribs
  4. The point is in this rib space lateral to your nipple
Location illustration for On the chest, in the 2nd intercostal space, lateral to the nipple line.

Primary Functions

Respiratory System

  • Treats cough and chest congestion
  • Improves lung qi and breathing
  • Reduces phlegm and mucus
  • Treats asthma and breathing difficulties
  • Improves oxygen circulation

Circulatory System

  • Improves blood circulation in chest
  • Treats chest pain and oppression
  • Supports heart and lung coordination
  • Reduces blood stasis in thorax

Reproductive System

  • Promotes lactation and breast milk flow
  • Treats breast pain and swelling
  • Improves breast circulation
  • Treats mastitis and breast inflammation

Musculoskeletal System

  • Treats intercostal and rib pain
  • Reduces chest wall tension
  • Improves thoracic spine function
  • Treats muscle strain in chest

Emotional & Mental

  • Reduces emotional constriction
  • Treats grief and heartbreak
  • Promotes emotional expression
  • Reduces anxiety and worry

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Cough
  • Asthma
  • Chest pain
  • Respiratory problems
  • Breathing difficulty
  • Chest congestion

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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SP-20 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Recent chest surgery
  • Severe asthma
  • Acute respiratory distress