CV 16 Acupuncture Point

Conception Vessel 16, also known as Ren 16, Abbreviated as CV 16, Transliterated Zhongting in Chinese, Central Courtyard in English.

CV 16 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the anterior median line of the chest, at the level of the 5th intercostal space, near the xiphisternal synchondroses.

CV 16 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Distention and fullness in the chest and costal region, cardiac pain
  • Vomiting, infantile milk regurgitation

CV 16 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Opens the chest, subdues rebellious Qi, regulates the Middle Jiao.