SP-21 - Great Wrapping

大包 - Dà bāo

Point Region: Chest

SP

Spleen Meridian

足太阴脾经 - Zú Tàiyīn Píjīng

SP-21 Dabao, meaning 'Great Wrapping,' is the 'Great Luo' point of the Spleen channel. Located on the side of the body, it is a master point for bringing a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system. Its name, 'Great Wrapping,' alludes to its ability to 'wrap' the body's energy in a sense of security and ease.

Think of Dabao as a point that helps to 'wrap your body' in a sense of calm. It's invaluable for addressing issues like a feeling of heaviness or a thick body, a lack of vitality, and a restless spirit. By regulating the body's internal energy, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.

By regulating the body's internal energy, SP-21 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a calm and unburdened body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the lateral thorax, level with the 6th intercostal space.

How to Locate:

  1. Raise your arm to the side
  2. Find the 6th space between ribs on your side
  3. This is usually at the level of your lower chest
  4. The point is on your side at this rib level
Location illustration for On the lateral thorax, level with the 6th intercostal space.

Primary Functions

Circulatory System

  • Regulates qi and blood circulation throughout body
  • Treats generalized pain and stiffness
  • Improves overall blood flow
  • Treats chronic fatigue from poor circulation
  • Harmonizes all meridian systems

Musculoskeletal System

  • Treats widespread muscle and joint pain
  • Reduces whole-body stiffness
  • Improves flexibility and mobility
  • Treats fibromyalgia and chronic pain
  • Strengthens overall muscle function

Immune & Energy System

  • Strengthens overall constitutional health
  • Boosts immune system function
  • Improves energy and vitality
  • Treats chronic fatigue syndrome
  • Enhances recovery from illness

Respiratory System

  • Improves lung capacity and breathing
  • Treats shortness of breath
  • Reduces chest tightness
  • Supports respiratory function

Emotional & Mental

  • Promotes overall emotional balance
  • Reduces stress and tension
  • Treats depression from constitutional weakness
  • Improves mental clarity and focus

Digestive System

  • Strengthens spleen function
  • Improves overall digestive health
  • Treats chronic digestive weakness

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • General body pain
  • Fatigue
  • Chest tightness
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Widespread pain
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Muscle pain

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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SP-21 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Recent chest surgery
  • Severe chronic pain conditions
  • Acute chest trauma