Shenque (RN 8)

Acu Tuina SimoMeridians and acupuncture pointsRenmai meridian – Conception VesselShenque (RN 8)

Shenjue can be translated as 'the gate of the Shen'.

Location of Shenque

Shenque is located in the navel; it is warmed more than massaged.

Shenque - RN 8 acupuncture point - Conception Vessel meridian

 

Therapeutic functions and clinical indications of Shenque

  • Shenque has the same functions as Guanyuan: to support the Kidneys, tonify and support the Yang of the whole body;
  • It is the original point (where the umbilical cord was). It tonifies Kidney Yang → Mingmen Fire.
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