21/08/2025
HT5 is located on the Heart Meridian, about 1 cun above the wrist crease, on the radial side of the tendon of flexor carpi ulnaris.
The name “Tongli” means “Connecting Interior.” It reflects this point’s unique ability to open a pathway from the Heart to the inside of the body — regulating Qi circulation, calming the Shen (Mind/Spirit), and connecting Heart Qi to both speech and reproductive functions.
Functions in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):
* Regulates Heart Qi → harmonizes emotional balance, eases palpitations, chest discomfort, and anxiety
* Benefits the tongue & speech → indicated for difficulty speaking, sudden loss of voice, or stiffness of the tongue (especially after stroke)
* Calms the Shen → helps with insomnia, agitation, emotional restlessness, or excessive dreaming
* Supports gynecology & fertility → through the Heart-Uterus connection, used to harmonize cycles and relieve menstrual irregularities
Indications:
* Palpitations, irregular heartbeat
* Nervousness, worry, anxiety
* Speech disorders, aphasia, tongue stiffness
* Insomnia or dream-disturbed sleep
* Menstrual imbalances linked to Heart Qi
How you can use HT5 yourself:
You can gently press or massage HT5 on both arms for 1–2 minutes daily to:
- Calm your mind when you feel nervous or restless
- Ease tension in the chest and regulate your breathing
- Support deeper, more restful sleep
Apply light pressure with your thumb while breathing slowly — you may feel a slight sensitivity, which means you’ve found the right spot.
At Tel Aviv Acupuncture, I use Tongli frequently for those dealing with stress, emotional fatigue, and anxiety. It’s a gentle yet powerful point that helps the spirit “return home” to the body.
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With heart,
Juyon 💗
