KI21 (Yōumén, “Dark Gate”) is an acupuncture point on the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located on the anterior midline of the abdomen, 7 cun superior to the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline. It regulates qi, harmonizes middle jiao, alleviates pain.
On the anterior midline of the abdomen, 7 cun superior to the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.5 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.
Regulates qi, harmonizes middle jiao, alleviates pain.
Abdominal pain, vomiting, indigestion, chest oppression.
KI21, 'Dark Gate', is a significant point for regulating qi and harmonizing the Middle Jiao, especially when emotional factors contribute to digestive issues. It is highly effective for epigastric pain, vomiting, acid reflux, and abdominal distention, particularly when accompanied by anxiety or stress. Its name implies its ability to access and regulate deeper, often emotionally-rooted, imbalances. Pairing with PC6 can enhance its effect on nausea and emotional distress.
KI21 is one of 27 points on the Kidney Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
KI21 (Yōumén) is located on the anterior midline of the abdomen, 7 cun superior to the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
KI21 regulates qi, harmonizes middle jiao, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include abdominal pain, vomiting, indigestion, chest oppression.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.5 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
KI21 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).