Ren 6

essential oils for infertilityCV6 Acupressure Point

Use the Conception Vessel Aroma Acu-Stick® to activate Ren 6, or CV 6, of the Ren Mai or Conception Vessel Channel. Ren 6 a major acupressure-acupuncture point for women’s reproductive issues such as infertilityperimenopausal symptoms, irregular menstrual periods and bleedingendometriosis, and uterine fibroids. It is also considered a reservoir of Qi for the entire body. In Daoist meditation practices, Tai-Qi, and martial arts it is known as the Dantien, or energy center of the body as well as the center of balance for the body.

Related Articles:

0001leaves.jpg

Location of Acupressure Point Ren 6-CV 6

On the midline of the abdomen 1.5 Cun below the belly button (umbilicus). Apply the Conception Vessel Acupressure Stick to Acupressure Point Ren 6 to activate the healing potential of the pressure point.

ren-6-acupressure-point-location-v.2.jpg

0001leaves.jpg

Traditional Chinese Medicine Indications and Acupressure Point Combinations Using Ren 6-CV 6

Gynecological Disordersuterine fibroid natural remedy

For unexplained infertility:

With irregular menstruation and heavy bleeding:endometriosis natural Chinese herb remedy

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)endometriosis, or uterine fibroids:

For Men’s Health

In the case of impotence, ED, or men’s sexual dysfunction due to Kidney Yang Deficiency:

Muscle Weakness

In the case of muscle strength deterioration and atrophy following chronic disease or in the aging:

Stomach Pain

For distension and sharp pain of the abdomen and/or area of the navel (belly-button) due Coldness in the Stomach:

0001leaves.jpg

Other Name(s) of Acupuncture Point Ren 6

  • CV 6
  • Qihai
  • Sea of Qi
  • Lower Sea of Qi
  • Lower Huang
  • Huang Origin
  • Small Navel

Traditional Chinese Medicine Classifications of Acupressure Point Ren 6-CV 6

  • None

Traditional Chinese Medicine Actions of Acupressure Point Ren 6-CV 6

Cautions: Do not use acupressure as self-care when pregnant without the guidance of a licensed acupuncturist. Always discuss new treatment modalities with your local health care professional.

0001leaves.jpg

References

Yu, S., Wen, Y., Xia, W., Yang, M., Lv, Z., Li, X., Li, W., Yang, S., Hu, Y., Liang, F., & Yang, J. (2018). Acupoint herbal plaster for patients with primary dysmenorrhea: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials19(1), 348. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-018-2682-8

Yun, L., Liqun, W., Shuqi, Y., Chunxiao, W., Liming, L., & Wei, Y. (2019). Acupuncture for infertile women without undergoing assisted reproductive techniques (ART): A systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine98(29), e16463. https://doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000016463

Yao, D. F., & Mills, J. N. (2016). Male infertility: lifestyle factors and holistic, complementary, and alternative therapies. Asian journal of andrology18(3), 410–418. https://doi.org/10.4103/1008-682X.175779

Liang, R., Li, P., Peng, X., Xu, L., Fan, P., Peng, J., Zhou, X., Xiao, C., & Jiang, M. (2018). Efficacy of acupuncture on pelvic pain in patients with endometriosis: study protocol for a randomized, single-blind, multi-center, placebo-controlled trialTrials19(1), 314. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-018-2684-6

Li, J., Ng, E. H., Stener-Victorin, E., Hu, Z., Shao, X., Wang, H., Li, M., Lai, M., Xie, C., Su, N., Yu, C., Liu, J., Wu, T., & Ma, H. (2017). Acupuncture treatment for insulin sensitivity of women with polycystic ovary syndrome and insulin resistance: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials18(1), 115. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-017-1854-2

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.