LR-9 - Yin Wrapping
阴包 - Yīn bāo
Point Region: Upper leg/Thigh
LR-9 Yinbao, meaning 'Yin Wrapping,' is a local point for lower limb and reproductive disorders. Located on the leg, this point is a 'wrapping of yin' that helps to regulate the body's internal energy and restore a sense of balance. Its name, 'Yin Wrapping,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system.
Think of Yinbao as a point that helps to 'unwind the wrapping' 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-9 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 thigh, in the groove between muscle bellies.
How to Locate:
- Find the inner side of your thigh
- Locate the groove between your thigh muscles
- This is about 4 inches above your knee
- The point is in this muscular depression
Primary Functions
Reproductive System
- Treats menstrual irregularities and disorders
- Addresses uterine prolapse and displacement
- Regulates reproductive hormones
- Treats genital inflammation and pain
- Supports reproductive health and fertility
Urinary System
- Treats urinary incontinence and retention
- Regulates bladder function and control
- Addresses urinary tract disorders
- Improves kidney-bladder coordination
Liver & Gallbladder System
- Regulates liver qi in lower body
- Treats liver qi stagnation patterns
- Harmonizes liver energy circulation
Musculoskeletal System
- Relieves thigh and leg pain
- Treats lower limb muscle tension
- Improves leg circulation and flexibility
- Addresses hip and thigh disorders
Emotional & Mental
- Calms emotional stress and anxiety
- Reduces irritability and mood swings
- Promotes emotional balance
- Stabilizes mental state
Digestive System
- Treats abdominal distension and bloating
- Improves lower abdominal circulation
- Harmonizes digestive qi flow
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Vaginal discharge
- Genital pain
- Thigh stiffness
- Reproductive problems
- Pelvic pain
- Thigh pain
- Muscle tension
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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LR-9 Protocols
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Important Precautions
- Pregnancy
- Recent thigh surgery
- Severe reproductive disorders