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This point, in the groin, regulates qi in the lower burner, benefits the genitals and is associated with the origin of the Chong Mai.
Location
On the groin, 5 cun inferior to the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline, superior to the inguinal groove where the femoral artery pulsates.
Anatomy
On the superior border of pubic bone; the inferior epigastric artery and, lateral, the femoral artery; the ilioinguinal nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Regulates qi in the lower burner and the Chong Mai
- Benefits the genitals and treats hernia
- Regulates menstruation
Indications
Genital pain and swelling, hernia, irregular menstruation and infertility, and lower abdominal pain.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, perpendicular insertion, avoiding the femoral artery.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With CV-4 and SP-4 for the Chong Mai and gynaecological disorders.
Classical Text References
A meeting point associated with the origin of the Chong Mai.
Cautions & Contraindications
Palpate and avoid the femoral artery. Caution in pregnancy.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
