CV-1 - Meeting of Yin

会阴 - Huì yīn

Point Region: Perineum

CV

Conception Vessel

任脉 - Rèn mài

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: In the perineum, midway between the anus and the back edge of the genitals (the scrotum in men, the rear junction of the outer labia in women).

How to Locate:

  1. Lie on your side
  2. The point is midway between the anus and the genitals
CV-1 (Meeting of Yin) acupressure point location: In the perineum, midway between the anus and the back edge of the genitals (the scrotum in men, the rear junction of the outer labia in women).

How to Apply Pressure

CV-1 is in an intimate area and is not suitable for routine self-pressing. Any contact requires your explicit, informed consent in an appropriate clinical setting. Do not press this point if there is severe hemorrhoidal inflammation or an open perineal wound.

Traditional Indications

In TCM, this point is traditionally used for:

  • Amenorrhea
  • Bedwetting
  • Genital pain
  • Genital itching
  • Anal disorders
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Postpartum depression
  • Pelvic floor dysfunction
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Urinary incontinence

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Important Precautions

Avoid this point with:

  • Inappropriate touching in clinical settings
  • Severe hemorrhoidal inflammation
  • Open wounds in perineal area