CV-9 - Water Divide

水分 - Shuǐ fēn

Point Region: Upper abdomen

CV

Conception Vessel

任脉 - Rèn mài

CV-9 Shuifen, meaning 'Water Divide,' is a master point for regulating fluid metabolism and transforming dampness. Located above the navel, it is a pivotal point for the body's internal 'watershed,' helping to ensure that fluids are properly distributed and that excess dampness is cleared. Its name alludes to its ability to 'divide' the water, separating the pure from the turbid.

Think of Shuifen as a point that helps to drain the swamp, clearing out the excess water and dampness that can accumulate in the body. It's especially useful for addressing issues like edema, bloating, and a feeling of heaviness or fullness in the abdomen. By transforming dampness, it helps to restore a sense of lightness and clarity.

By regulating fluid metabolism and transforming dampness, CV-9 helps to restore a sense of balance and lightness to the body. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a well-hydrated and unburdened system.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the midline of the abdomen, 1 cun above the umbilicus.

How to Locate:

  1. Lie down and locate your navel
  2. Measure 1 finger-width up from your navel
  3. Stay on the centerline of your abdomen
  4. Feel for a slight depression above your navel
Location illustration for On the midline of the abdomen, 1 cun above the umbilicus.

Primary Functions

Digestive System

  • Regulates water metabolism
  • Treats edema and fluid retention
  • Relieves abdominal distension
  • Addresses intestinal disorders
  • Improves digestive fluid circulation

Urinary System

  • Regulates urination and fluid balance
  • Treats urinary retention
  • Addresses kidney function disorders
  • Supports bladder health

Immune & Energy System

  • Tonifies spleen qi
  • Strengthens middle dan tian energy
  • Improves energy circulation

Circulatory System

  • Improves lymphatic drainage
  • Reduces fluid stagnation
  • Enhances circulation

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Edema
  • Abdominal bloating
  • Gastritis
  • Enteritis
  • Urinary retention
  • Fluid retention
  • Digestive disorders
  • Stomach pain

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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CV-9 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Pregnancy
  • Acute gastritis