LR-4 - Middle Seal
中封 - Zhōng fēng
Point Region: Foot
LR-4 Zhongfeng, meaning 'Middle Seal,' is the Jing-River and Metal point of the Liver channel. Located on the ankle, this point is a 'middle seal' that helps to regulate the body's internal energy and restore a sense of balance. Its name, 'Middle Seal,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system.
Think of Zhongfeng as a point that helps to 'unseal the middle' of your body. It's invaluable for addressing issues like a restless spirit, a feeling of 'heat' in the body, and a lack of vitality. By regulating the body's internal energy, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.
By regulating the body's internal energy, LR-4 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a calm and unburdened body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: Located on the medial ankle, just anterior to the malleolus.
How to Locate:
- Find the bony bump on the inner side of your ankle
- Move slightly forward from this bump
- Feel for the depression in front of your ankle bone
- The point is in this hollow
Primary Functions
Liver & Gallbladder System
- Nourishes liver yin and blood
- Treats liver deficiency patterns
- Harmonizes liver qi flow
- Supports liver regeneration and healing
Reproductive System
- Treats male reproductive disorders
- Addresses erectile dysfunction and impotence
- Regulates seminal emission and nocturnal emissions
- Supports male fertility and libido
- Treats prostate disorders
Emotional & Mental
- Calms mental restlessness and anxiety
- Treats depression and emotional withdrawal
- Stabilizes emotions and mood
- Promotes mental clarity
Musculoskeletal System
- Relieves ankle and foot pain
- Treats ankle sprains and injuries
- Improves ankle flexibility and mobility
- Strengthens tendons and ligaments
Urinary System
- Treats urinary retention and difficulty
- Regulates urination frequency
- Addresses bladder weakness
Digestive System
- Treats abdominal distension
- Improves liver-stomach harmony
- Relieves digestive stagnation
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Urinary retention
- Hernia
- Genital pain
- Ankle swelling
- Urinary problems
- Reproductive issues
- Ankle pain
- Groin pain
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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LR-4 Protocols
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Important Precautions
- Recent ankle surgery
- Severe ankle injury
- Acute ankle sprain