CV 9 Acupuncture Point

Conception Vessel 9, also known as Ren 9, Abbreviated as CV 9, Transliterated Shuifen in Chinese, Water Division in English.

CV 9 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the anterior median line of the upper abdomen, 1.0 cun above the umbilicus.

CV 9 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Edema, retention of urine
  • Abdominal pain, diarrhea, regurgitation of food from stomach

CV 9 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Opens and regulates the water passages, treats edema.