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This point, on the lower abdomen, regulates the Chong Mai, benefits the uterus and treats infertility.
Location
On the lower abdomen, 3 cun inferior to the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline (lateral to REN-4).
Anatomy
On the rectus abdominis; the inferior epigastric artery; the eleventh and twelfth intercostal nerves.
Actions & Functions
- Regulates the Chong Mai and the penetrating vessel
- Benefits the uterus and regulates menstruation
- Regulates the lower burner
Indications
Irregular menstruation, infertility, leucorrhoea, diarrhoea, and lower abdominal pain.
Needling
0.8-1.2 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With REN-4 and SP-6 for menstrual disorders and infertility.
Classical Text References
A meeting point with the Chong Mai.
Cautions & Contraindications
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.
