Acupoint · CV5
Stone Gate CV5
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Location
Meridian
Conception Vessel (Ren Mai) · Lower abdomen
Point categories
Triple Burner
Self-care
Gently knead the point with a fingertip for 2–3 min until mild soreness; or apply gentle moxibustion for 10–15 min
Caution
Contraindicated in pregnancy (classical texts record that needling may impair fertility).
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