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This point, on the lower abdomen, regulates qi, tonifies the Kidney and benefits the genitals.
Location
On the lower abdomen, 2 cun inferior to the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Anatomy
On the rectus abdominis; the inferior epigastric artery; the eleventh and twelfth intercostal nerves.
Actions & Functions
- Regulates qi in the lower burner
- Benefits the genitals and tonifies the Kidney
Indications
Lower abdominal distension and pain, difficult urination, seminal emission and premature ejaculation, and hernia.
Needling
0.7-1.2 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With CV-4 and KI-3 for seminal emission and lower-burner deficiency.
Classical Text References
Used for lower-burner and genital disorders.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
