REN12 (Zhongwan, “Middle Cavity”) is the Front-Mu of Stomach point of the Conception Vessel Meridian. REN12 is located on the anterior midline of the abdomen, 4 cun superior to the umbilicus. It harmonizes the Middle Jiao, regulates Qi, alleviates pain.
REN12 is located on the anterior midline of the abdomen, 4 cun superior to the umbilicus.
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun. Caution for peritoneum.
Harmonizes the Middle Jiao, regulates Qi, alleviates pain.
Stomachache, abdominal distention, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion.
REN12 is the Front-Mu point of the Stomach and the Hui-Meeting point of the Fu-organs, making it the most important point on the Ren meridian for all disorders of the Middle Jiao. It excels at harmonizing the Stomach and Spleen, regulating Qi, and alleviating pain, addressing issues like epigastric pain, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Its central role in the Middle Jiao means it can treat both excess and deficiency patterns, often paired with ST36 for general digestive tonification or with PC6 for nausea and vomiting.
REN12 is one of 24 points on the Conception Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
REN12 is located on the anterior midline of the abdomen, 4 cun superior to the umbilicus.
REN12 harmonizes the Middle Jiao, regulates Qi, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include stomachache, abdominal distention, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion.
Perpendicular insertion 0.8-1.5 cun. Caution for peritoneum.
REN12 is a point on the Conception Vessel Meridian (Rèn Mài).