Sea of Qi
Qihai · 氣海 · ชี่ไห่
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Location
On the ventral midline about 1.5 cun caudal to the umbilicus.
Landmark: Ventral midline caudal to the umbilicus.
Actions and Indications
Tonifies the qi of the whole body.
Needling
Oblique, shallow 0.5-1 cm, or moxa.
Cautions
Contraindicated in pregnancy.
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Conditions That Use This Point
Often Used Together With
Leg Three Li 足三里
The strongest qi and blood tonic; regulates stomach and intestines and supports immunity.
Union Valley 合谷
Relieves pain throughout the body, releases wind and heat; command point of the face and mouth.
Inner Pass 內關
Regulates qi in the chest, stops nausea and vomiting, calms the spirit.
Spirit Gate 神門
Calms the spirit and tonifies the heart — the principal point for behaviour work.
Stomach Shu 胃俞
Regulates the stomach and reduces vomiting.