CV-5 - Stone Gate
石门 - Shí mén
Point Region: Lower abdomen
CV-5 Shimen, or 'Stone Gate,' is the 'Front-Mu' point of the Triple Burner, a master regulator of water passages and a point for clearing stagnation. Its name alludes to its ability to create a 'stone gate' that prevents the body's energy from flowing freely. This point helps to regulate the flow of fluids and restore a sense of lightness and ease.
Think of Shimen as a point that helps to open the floodgates, clearing out the excess water and dampness that can accumulate in the body. It's especially useful for addressing issues like edema, urinary retention, and a feeling of heaviness or fullness in the abdomen. By regulating the Triple Burner, it helps to restore a sense of balance and clarity.
By regulating water passages and clearing stagnation, CV-5 helps to restore a sense of lightness and ease. It's a point that reminds us that our ability to live fully is rooted in a well-hydrated and unburdened body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the midline of the lower abdomen, 2 cun below the umbilicus.
How to Locate:
- Lie down and find your navel
- Measure 2 finger-widths down from your navel
- Stay on the centerline of your abdomen
- The point is in the soft tissue at this location
Primary Functions
Reproductive & Hormonal System
- Regulates reproductive cycles
- Addresses menstrual disorders
- Supports fertility enhancement
- Treats reproductive inflammation
Digestive System
- Relieves abdominal pain and bloating
- Addresses intestinal disorders
- Supports digestive motility
Urinary System
- Treats urinary retention
- Addresses bladder disorders
- Supports kidney function
Immune & Energy System
- Tonifies lower dan tian energy
- Strengthens constitutional qi
- Boosts overall vitality
Emotional & Mental
- Calms emotional turbulence
- Reduces stress and tension
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Amenorrhea
- Postpartum bleeding
- Dysentery
- Uterine bleeding
- Abdominal distention
- Intestinal inflammation
- Urinary disorders
- Reproductive issues
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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CV-5 Protocols
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Important Precautions
- Pregnancy
- Desire to conceive
- Acute intestinal inflammation