中極

中極 is also named 中极, CV3, Zhongji
Zhongji
Zhongji

Zhongji(CV3,中极) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Conception Vessel. It is the alarm point of the Bladder.

Location

On the midline of the lower abdomen, 4 cun below the umbilicus.

Indication

  • ①Dysuria, enuresis, retention of urine;
  • ②seminal emissions, impotence, infertility, and other male diseases;
  • ③irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, leucorrhea.

Method

Perpendicular insertion 1~1.5 cun.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.