G23 Zhejin ( VB23 )

Location 1 cun anterior to G22 , approximately at the level with the nipple

Indications Fullness of the chest , pain in the hypochondriac region , asthma .

Method Puncture obliquely - 0 . 3 - 0 . 5 inch . Moxibustion is applicable .

Vasculature The lateral thoracic artery and vein , the fifth intercostal artery and vein .

Innervation The lateral cutaneous branch of the fifth intercostal nerve .