KI-19 - Yin Metropolis

阴都 - Yīn dū

Point Region: Upper abdomen

KI

Kidney Meridian

足少阴肾经 - Zú Shàoyīn Shèn Jīng

KI-19, or 'Yindu' (meaning 'Yin Metropolis'), is a point located on the upper abdomen. Its name refers to its ability to regulate the 'Yin' energy of the abdomen, much like a 'metropolis' where all the city's resources are gathered and distributed.

As a local point, Yindu is primarily used for issues related to the digestive and urinary systems, such as abdominal pain, constipation, and urinary problems. 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.

Yindu 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 upper abdomen, level with CV-12.

How to Locate:

  1. Find your navel and measure 4 finger-widths up
  2. Move half a finger-width to the side from the center
  3. This is at the level of CV-12 (midway between navel and breastbone)
  4. The point is beside the center line at this level
Location illustration for On the upper abdomen, level with CV-12.

Primary Functions

Urinary & Kidney System

  • Strengthens kidney yin and essence
  • Treats kidney deficiency patterns
  • Regulates water metabolism

Digestive System

  • Treats abdominal distension and pain
  • Regulates stomach function
  • Addresses digestive disorders
  • Treats nausea and vomiting

Reproductive System

  • Treats reproductive disorders
  • Supports reproductive health

Nervous System

  • Calms stomach nervous tension
  • Treats digestive anxiety

Musculoskeletal System

  • Treats upper abdominal muscle tension
  • Strengthens core stability

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Cough
  • Asthma
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Respiratory problems
  • Stomach problems
  • Digestive disorders

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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KI-19 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Pregnancy
  • Severe respiratory conditions
  • Acute gastric conditions