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This point, on the lower abdomen, benefits the genitals, regulates the lower burner and is used for urinary and sexual disorders.
Location
On the lower abdomen, 5 cun inferior to the umbilicus, on the superior border of the pubic symphysis, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline (lateral to REN-2).
Anatomy
On the rectus abdominis; the inferior epigastric and external pudendal arteries; the iliohypogastric nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Benefits the genitals and the lower burner
- Regulates urination
Indications
Retention of urine and enuresis, impotence and seminal emission, genital pain, and lower abdominal fullness.
Needling
0.8-1.2 cun, perpendicular insertion (empty the bladder first).
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With REN-3 and KI-12 for urinary and genital disorders.
Classical Text References
A meeting point with the Chong Mai.
Cautions & Contraindications
Ensure the bladder is empty before deep insertion.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
