水分
CV-9
水分Shuifen
Meridian
Conception Vessel
Pinyin name
shuǐ fēn
Location
On the midline, 1 cun above the navel.
Needling
Perpendicular to 1–1.5 cun; frequent warming.
Functions
regulates fluid balance, reduces swelling
Indications
edema, ascites urinary retention bloating
Notes
The “watershed” above the navel: the key point for treating swelling and fluid buildup in the abdomen.
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.