EXT-16 - Beside the Navel

脐旁 - Qí páng

Point Region: Umbilicus/Belly button

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其他穴位 - Qítā Xuéwèi

EXT-16, or 'Qipang' (meaning 'Beside the Navel'), is a local point located on the abdomen. Its name refers to its position beside the 'navel' or 'belly button,' where it can address issues related to the digestive and reproductive systems.

As a local point, Qipang is primarily used for issues related to the abdomen, such as a stomach ache, a stiff abdomen, and a sense of 'stuckness' in the gut. It is a go-to point for 'clearing heat' and 'regulating' the flow of energy in the abdomen. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.

Qipang acts as a vital access point to the core of the body, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the lower body. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the entire body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the lower abdomen, lateral and inferior to the umbilicus, forming a triangle with Shenque (CV-8) as the top vertex.

How to Locate:

  1. Locate your navel (belly button)
  2. Place two fingers below and to the side of the navel
  3. Find spots on either side of the lower abdomen
  4. These points beside the navel are EXT-16
Location illustration for On the lower abdomen, lateral and inferior to the umbilicus, forming a triangle with Shenque (CV-8) as the top vertex.

Primary Functions

Digestive System

  • Regulates intestinal function
  • Treats abdominal pain and cramping
  • Improves digestion and absorption
  • Relieves diarrhea and constipation

Urinary & Kidney System

  • Supports kidney function
  • Treats urinary disorders

Immune & Energy System

  • Strengthens vital energy (qi)
  • Boosts overall immunity

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Chronic diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Hernia
  • Ben tun (running piglet)
  • Uterine cold
  • Digestive disorders
  • Intestinal spasms
  • Menstrual irregularities

Related Health Concerns

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