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2. Guanyuan
 

  
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The guanyuan is on the meridian of the conception vessel. Massaging this point can also help relieve menstrual cramps.

  

The guanyuan is located the width of four fingers directly below the navel.
 
  

Using your palm, massage this point gently by making five small circles in one direction, then five circles in the other direction. Repeat for three to five minutes.

 
 

If you have breast cancer, place a slice of ginger over this point and apply heat from a moxibustion stick for about five minutes.

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Last modified November 2, 2004. Adapted from the book Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Woman's Guide to Healing from Breast Cancer, by Dr. Nan Lu, O.M.D., M.S., L.Ac., with Ellen Schaplowsky. This site is for consumer educational use only. Never disregard, avoid, or delay in obtaining medical advice from your doctor or health provider because of something you have read on this site. Copyright © 2003-2008 Traditional Chinese Medicine World Foundation. All rights reserved.

 

  

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:: Acupoint 1: Yongquan

» Acupoint 2: Guanyuan

:: Acupoint 3: Zhongwan

:: Acupoint 4: Dabao

:: Acupoint 5: Hegu

:: Acupoint 6: Taichong

:: Acupoint 7: Jianjing