REN3 (Zhongji, “Central Pole”) is the Front-Mu of Bladder point of the Conception Vessel Meridian. It is located on the anterior midline, 4 cun inferior to the umbilicus, superior to the pubic symphysis. It regulates the bladder, benefits the kidneys, and regulates menstruation.
On the anterior midline, 4 cun inferior to the umbilicus, superior to the pubic symphysis.
Insert perpendicularly 0.8-1.2 cun; caution for bladder if full.
Regulates the bladder, benefits the kidneys, and regulates menstruation.
Urinary retention, enuresis, frequent urination, morbid leukorrhea, prolapse of uterus, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, hernia, impotence, seminal emission, abdominal pain.
Ren 3 is the Front-Mu point of the Bladder, making it highly effective for all urinary disorders, including retention, incontinence, and painful urination. As a meeting point of the Ren, Spleen, Liver, and Kidney meridians, it strongly influences the lower jiao and reproductive system, making it essential for gynecological issues like irregular menstruation and uterine prolapse. It is a key point for strengthening the Kidneys and regulating the Bladder qi.
REN3 is one of 24 points on the Conception Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
REN3 (Zhongji) is located on the anterior midline, 4 cun inferior to the umbilicus, superior to the pubic symphysis.
REN3 regulates the bladder, benefits the kidneys, and regulates menstruation. Common clinical indications include urinary retention, enuresis, frequent urination, morbid leukorrhea, prolapse of uterus, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, hernia, impotence, seminal emission, abdominal pain.
Insert perpendicularly 0.8-1.2 cun; caution for bladder if full. Caution: ⚠ Pregnancy: avoid — may stimulate uterine contraction (miscarriage / early-labour risk). ⚠ Have the patient void first — do not needle a full bladder.
REN3 is a point on the Conception Vessel Meridian (Rèn Mài).