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What is the function of massaging the Chongmen acupoint?

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Asked on:Apr 04, 2026 04:23 PM

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  • Analisa Analisa

    Apr 04, 2026

      Chongmen acupoint is an acupoint located on the waist, but many friends do not know about Chongmen acupoint. Today, let’s take a look at the functions of massaging Chongmen acupoint.

      The function of massaging Chongmen acupoint

      Alias: Cigong point, Shangcigong point, Chongmai point, Qianzhangmen point.

      Point selection method: Chongmen point is located on the outside of the groin of the human body, 3.5 inches from the midpoint of the upper edge of the pubic symphysis, outside of the pulsation point of the external iliac artery.

      Anatomy: Above and outside the midpoint of the inguinal ligament, on the external oblique aponeurosis and the lower part of the internal oblique muscle; on the medial side are the femoral artery and vein; the femoral nerve is distributed there.

      Compatibility of human body acupoints: Use with Dadun point to treat hernia.

      Acupuncture and moxibustion: avoid the artery and insert 0.5 to 1 inch straight.

      Characteristics of Qi and blood: The substance of Qi and blood is Yang-heat wind.

      Movement pattern: along the spleen meridian and rushes toward the abdomen.

      Function: Transport and transform spleen soil.

      Treatment method: If it is cold, moxibustion will be used to replenish it; if it is hot, it will be relieved with acupuncture to release Qi.