ST-29 - Return
归来 - Guī lái
Point Region: Lower abdomen
ST-29 Guilai, meaning 'Return,' is a point that warms the uterus and regulates menstruation. Located on the abdomen, it is a key point for addressing a wide range of issues that are caused by 'cold' or stagnation in the lower abdomen. Its name, 'Return,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system.
Think of Guilai as a point that helps to 'bring you back home' to yourself. It's invaluable for addressing issues like a cold abdomen, menstrual pain, and a feeling of 'stuckness' in the abdomen. By warming the uterus and regulating menstruation, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.
By warming the uterus and regulating menstruation, ST-29 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a well-regulated and harmonious body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the lower abdomen, 4 cun below the umbilicus and 2 cun lateral to the anterior midline, level with CV-3.
How to Locate:
- Find your navel and measure 4 finger-widths down
- From this point, move 2 finger-widths to the side
- This is getting close to your pubic area
- The point is on the side of your lower abdomen
Primary Functions
Reproductive System
- Treats menstrual irregularities and amenorrhea
- Relieves reproductive system disorders
- Supports fertility and conception
- Regulates hormonal imbalances
- Treats infertility and reproductive dysfunction
Urinary System
- Treats urinary disorders and retention
- Relieves bladder dysfunction and inflammation
Digestive System
- Treats lower abdominal pain and cramping
- Relieves intestinal disorders
- Improves lower digestive function
Emotional & Mental
- Reduces anxiety and stress affecting reproduction
- Calms emotional imbalances related to hormones
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Vaginal discharge
- Hernia
- Penile pain
- Panic attacks with upward rushing sensation
- Reproductive disorders
- Pelvic problems
- Anxiety
- Genital pain
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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ST-29 Protocols
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Important Precautions
- Pregnancy
- Severe reproductive disorders
- Acute panic disorders