English Name:
Energy Gate
Naming Convention:
“Huang” refers to the energy produced by the kidney. “Men” means gate. The point is at the level of Sanjiaoshu (BL22). The vital energy of the kidney and the defensive qi of the Sanjiao meet with each other at this point, hence the name Huangmen (Energy Gate).
Location:
Three cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra.
Clinical Applications:
Abdominal pain.
Constipation.
Mastitis.
Caution: