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GV4
Gate of Life
命门 · Mìng Mén
Du MeridianLocation (取穴)
On the midline of the lower back, in the depression below the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebra (directly behind the navel at waist level).
Technique (手法)
Rub the palms together until warm, then place them over the point. Apply gentle circular massage for 3-5 minutes. Warming is more effective than pressing.
Benefits
- ✓ Warms kidney yang and vitality
- ✓ Strengthens the lower back
- ✓ Boosts sexual health and fertility
Conditions Treated
cold limbslow back painfatiguereproductive healthimpotenceweakness
Cautions
Avoid in conditions of excess heat or yin deficiency with heat signs. Use warming rather than strong pressing.