Acupressure points

CV17

Chest Center

Commonly used for anxiety

Directions

Location
Front torso

On the breastbone, level with the fourth rib space — roughly mid-chest.

Sidedness
Use at the single location
Pressure and timing
Press gently inward for 1 min. Breathe slowly. Use the pad of a finger or thumb and keep the pressure comfortable, never painful. Stop if it hurts, and do not press over broken, irritated, or infected skin.

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