Ren Mai (Conception Vessel)
Function and Significance: The Ren Mai, or Conception Vessel, is central to the regulation of all Yin channels in the body. It governs the reproductive system, supports fetal development, and influences the overall balance of Yin energy. The Ren Mai plays a crucial role in supporting the body’s foundational energy and influencing the endocrine system.
- Nervous and Endocrine System
Correlation: The
Ren Mai is connected to the parasympathetic nervous system and plays a
role in hormonal regulation, particularly in the reproductive system.
- Additional Insight: GSM discusses the Ren Mai’s
significance in regulating the body’s Yin energy and its influence on
reproductive health, particularly through its role in supporting the
parasympathetic nervous system and endocrine functions.
- Front Mu Point: CV-15 (Jiuwei)
- Location: 1 cun below the xiphoid process.
- Tonification Point: REN-12 (Zhongwan)
- Supplemental Acupuncture Points:
- REN-6 (Qihai): Located below the umbilicus,
this point influences the core and lower abdomen, playing a crucial role
in reflexes like the Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex (TLR).
- REN-17 (Shanzhong): Located on the chest, this point
influences the diaphragm and respiratory reflexes tied to the Landau
Reflex.
- Associated Reflexes:
- Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex (TLR): (flexion and extension depending
on head position)
- Landau Reflex: (extension)
- Muscular/Fascial Structures: Diaphragm, rectus abdominis.
- Fascia Lines: Superficial Front Line (SFL),
Deep Front Line (DFL)
- Plexus: Phrenic Nerve, Solar Plexus
(Celiac Plexus)
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