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CV4 (Guanyuan) – Moxibustion Acupoint Reference
Chinese Name: Guanyuan (关元)
Meridian: Conception Vessel (Ren)
Location: 4 finger-widths below the navel, on the midline
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Moxa Duration: 10-20 min | Distance: 2-3 cm
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Evidence Level: Strong
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What is location?
CV4 is located on the midline, 4 finger-widths (about 3 cun) below the center of the navel. It is one of the most commonly used points for moxibustion in traditional Chinese medicine.
What is clinical indications for moxibustion?
- Breech presentation: Most well-studied use with BL67, success rate 70-80%
- Fertility and reproductive health: Ovarian reserve, menstrual regulation
- Urinary disorders: Incontinence, frequency, retention
- General Qi deficiency: Fatigue, weakened immune system
What is evidence summary?
A 2019 systematic review of 8 RCTs found CV4 moxibustion combined with acupuncture improved pregnancy rates in women with diminished ovarian reserve. For breech presentation, a 2021 meta-analysis showed moxibustion at CV4 and BL67 reduced the need for external cephalic version by 45%.
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