CV22 Tiantu Dog Acupuncture Point
Tiān Tū 天突Professional veterinary acupuncture overview of CV22 Tiantu in dogs, including anatomical location, throat and respiratory support applications, clinical pairings, and safety notes.
| Chinese Name | 天突 |
| Pinyin | Tiān Tū |
| Meridian | Conception Vessel (Ren Mai) |
| Anatomical Location | Center of the suprasternal fossa. |
| Main Indications | Cough, asthma, sore throat, wheezing, throat tightness. |
| Classical Function | Meeting of CV & Yin Wei vessel; throat and pharyngeal support point. |
Clinical Overview
In veterinary acupuncture practice, CV22 is used as a throat and upper airway point in dogs with cough, wheezing, pharyngeal irritation, and respiratory discomfort.
It is also commonly discussed in relation to phlegm, voice changes, and sore throat patterns in TCVM-based support protocols.
Veterinary Disclaimer
This educational content is not intended to replace professional veterinary diagnosis or treatment. Acupuncture and electroacupuncture should only be performed by a licensed veterinarian or certified veterinary acupuncturist.
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Pinpoint Location
Anatomical Landmark
Locate the center of the suprasternal fossa on the anterior midline. In canine acupuncture anatomy, this is the standard landmark for CV22.
Primary Clinical Indications
- Cough: Commonly referenced for throat and lung support.
- Asthma: Used in upper airway and breathing support protocols.
- Sore throat: Applied for pharyngeal discomfort and throat regulation.
- Wheezing / throat tightness: Often discussed in phlegm and airway imbalance patterns.
Recommended Point Pairings
In clinical veterinary acupuncture, CV22 is often paired with chest, lung, and throat-related points depending on the dog’s presentation.
Frequently paired with LU7, LU9, and LI4 in cough and throat support protocols.
Often combined with local or distal points used for sore throat, voice changes, and pharyngeal support.
May be integrated into multimodal support strategies involving acupuncture, hydrotherapy, laser therapy, and rehabilitation.
Modern Veterinary Interpretation
From a modern veterinary rehabilitation perspective, CV22 is positioned in a highly sensitive anterior neck region associated with airway and throat function.
Integrative veterinarians may include this point within broader respiratory support plans, while using very careful technique because of its anatomical sensitivity.
Safety & Needling Notes
Professional Veterinary Use
Because CV22 lies in the suprasternal fossa near delicate neck structures, needling depth and angle should only be handled by trained veterinary professionals. General acupuncture references describe it as a point requiring strict caution.
Gentle Acupressure Guidance
Pet owners exploring supportive acupressure should use only gentle pressure and discontinue immediately if pain, coughing, stress, or resistance occurs.
Editorial & Veterinary Review
This educational resource was prepared by the PetAcu editorial team using veterinary acupuncture references, TCVM educational materials, canine rehabilitation resources, and integrative veterinary literature.
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