Guanyuan (RN 4)

Guanyuan can be translated as 'the gate of the Yuan'.
It is the   Mu point of the Small Intestine.
It is also the crossing point of the 3 Yin meridians of the foot.

Location of Guanyuan

Guanyuan is located 2 cun above the pubis, i.e. 3 cun below the navel.

Therapeutic functions and clinical indications of Guanyuan

• Guanyuan nourishes Kidney and Liver Yin;
• It is used to strengthen Kidney and Spleen Yang -> Cold-type disorders;
• It is a local point for lower abdominal pain, especially gynecological problems.