Location of Mingmen acupoint

Mingmen is located at the waist, on the posterior median line, in the depression below the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebra.

Mingmen is one of the important acupoints of the human body, which is located on the posterior median line, in the depression below the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebra. Mingmen is regarded as the residence of kidney yang, which plays a key role in warming and pushing the human body. It can warm and nourish the viscera, limbs and bones, maintain the normal physiological activities and metabolism of the body. Moreover, the kidney is related to reproductive function and has a certain impact on the health of the reproductive system. Stimulating Mingmen may help improve some reproductive system problems.

In addition, Mingmen is closely related to the strength and health of the waist and lower limbs. By conditioning Mingmen acupoint, it can relieve soreness and pain of waist and knees.

In clinical application, stimulation of Mingmen acupoint by moxibustion and massage can achieve the purpose of warming kidney yang, strengthening waist and knees, regulating body function, etc. However, relevant operations should be carried out under the guidance of professionals to ensure safety and effectiveness.