Taiyuan Acupoint For Shortness of Breath

Taiyuan (LU9) – Key Functions (Focus: Shortness of Breath)

Location: On the wrist crease, radial to the radial artery (Lung Meridian).

Primary Actions:
Regulates Lung Qi – Core point for respiratory disorders, especially shortness of breath (dyspnea), asthma, or chronic cough.

Tonifies Qi – Strengthens weak lung/spleen Qi (common in fatigue-induced breathlessness).

Calms the Heart – Helps anxiety-related breathing difficulties (e.g., panic attacks).

Clinical Use for Dyspnea:
Deficiency-type (weak breathing, fatigue): Combine with Zusanli (ST36) to boost Qi.

Excess-type (wheezing, phlegm): Pair with Chize (LU5) to clear lung obstruction.

Emergency Aid: Acupressure on LU9 + Neiguan (PC6) for acute breathlessness.

Techniques:
Needling: Perpendicular insertion (0.3–0.5 cun) with mild tonification.

Moxibustion: For chronic cold-type asthma (5–10 mins).

Note: Avoid deep needling (radial artery nearby).