ST-9 - Man's Welcome

人迎 - Rén yíng

Point Region: Neck

ST

Stomach Meridian

足阳明胃经 - Zú Yángmíng Wèi Jīng

ST-9 Renying, or 'Man's Welcome,' is a point that regulates Qi and blood pressure. Located on the neck, it is a key point for addressing a wide range of issues that are caused by stagnation or excess heat in the upper body. Its name, 'Man's Welcome,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system.

Think of Renying as a point that helps to 'welcome' a sense of calm and clarity. It's invaluable for addressing issues like high blood pressure, a feeling of a 'tight' neck, and a restless spirit. By regulating Qi and blood pressure, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.

By regulating Qi and blood pressure, ST-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: Level with the tip of the Adam's apple, on the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, where the carotid artery pulsates.

How to Locate:

  1. Find your Adam's apple in the center of your throat
  2. Move your finger to the side of your Adam's apple
  3. Feel for your pulse in the neck muscle
  4. The point is where you feel the strongest pulse
Location illustration for Level with the tip of the Adam's apple, on the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, where the carotid artery pulsates.

Primary Functions

Circulatory System

  • Regulates blood pressure and circulation
  • Improves carotid artery function
  • Supports cardiovascular health

Respiratory System

  • Relieves throat tightness and constriction
  • Treats difficulty swallowing and dysphagia
  • Reduces throat inflammation

Nervous System

  • Calms the nervous system
  • Reduces anxiety and panic symptoms
  • Treats thyroid-related disorders

Digestive System

  • Harmonizes stomach qi affecting throat
  • Relieves nausea and vomiting
  • Improves swallowing function

Emotional & Mental

  • Reduces emotional stress and tension
  • Calms feeling of throat constriction from anxiety

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Throat pain
  • Chest tightness
  • Vomiting
  • Shortness of breath
  • Neck swelling
  • Sore throat
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Nausea
  • Throat inflammation

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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ST-9 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Carotid artery disease
  • Recent neck surgery
  • Severe hypertension
  • Cardiac arrhythmias