KI-15 - Zhong Zheng

中注 - Zhōng zhù

Point Region: Lower abdomen

KI

Kidney Meridian

足少阴肾经 - Zú Shàoyīn Shèn Jīng

KI-15, or 'Zhongzhu' (meaning 'Central Flow'), is a point located on the lower abdomen. Its name refers to its position in the 'center' of the abdomen, where it can regulate the flow of energy and blood to the entire body.

As a local point, Zhongzhu is primarily used for issues related to the lower abdomen, such as urinary incontinence, menstrual pain, and genital issues. It is a go-to point for 'tonifying' the Kidney, helping to restore vitality and strength to the entire body. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the lower body.

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

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the lower abdomen, level with CV-7.

How to Locate:

  1. Find your navel and measure 1 finger-width down
  2. Move half a finger-width to the side from the center
  3. The point is beside the center line below your navel
Location illustration for On the lower abdomen, level with CV-7.

Primary Functions

Urinary & Kidney System

  • Strengthens kidney qi and essence
  • Treats chronic kidney weakness
  • Regulates urinary function

Reproductive System

  • Treats irregular menstruation
  • Supports reproductive vitality
  • Addresses fertility disorders

Digestive System

  • Treats abdominal pain and distension
  • Regulates digestive function
  • Addresses intestinal disorders

Musculoskeletal System

  • Treats lower back pain
  • Strengthens abdominal muscles
  • Addresses core weakness

Nervous System

  • Calms nervous tension
  • Treats anxiety and restlessness

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Difficulty urinating
  • Infertility
  • Bowel problems
  • Stomach pain
  • Urinary problems
  • Reproductive problems

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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KI-15 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Pregnancy
  • Severe intestinal obstruction
  • Recent abdominal surgery