CV-2 - Curved Bone

曲骨 - Qū gǔ

Point Region: Lower abdomen

CV

Conception Vessel

任脉 - Rèn mài

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the lower abdomen, on the midline, just above the top edge of the pubic bone (the pubic symphysis).

How to Locate:

  1. Slide a finger down the midline of your lower abdomen until you meet the top edge of the pubic bone
  2. The point is just above that edge
CV-2 (Curved Bone) acupressure point location: On the lower abdomen, on the midline, just above the top edge of the pubic bone (the pubic symphysis).

How to Apply Pressure

With your bladder empty, find the midline just above the pubic bone, then touch gently. Keep it comfortable; never press deeply or painfully. Do not press during pregnancy, with a full bladder, or after recent abdominal surgery.

Traditional Indications

In TCM, this point is traditionally used for:

  • Difficulty urinating
  • Bladder inflammation
  • Impotence
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Uterine disorders
  • Pelvic pain

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Important Precautions

Avoid this point with:

  • Pregnancy
  • Full bladder
  • Recent abdominal surgery