Ren16 Zhongting ( Vc16 )

Location On the mjdline of the sternum , at the level with the fifth intercostal space

Indications Distension and fullness in the chest and intercostal region , hiccup , nausea , anorexia .

Method Puncture subcutaneously - 0 . 3 - 0 . 5 inch . Moxibuslion is applicable .

Vasculature The anterior perforating branches of the internal mammary artery and vein .

Innervation The medial branch of the anterior cutaneous branch of the sixth intercostal nerve .