The name of Yinbao point refers to the weak Yin dampness and water qi transmitted from Ququan, as well as the lower meridian water that seeps down from Zulie, both of which gather at this point. This point is like a containment area for the liver meridian's dampness, hence the name. Now let's explain in detail the accurate location diagram and function of Yinbao point.
Accurate Location Diagram of Yinbao Point
Precise location: on the inner side of the thigh, 4 inches above the upper end of the femoral condyle, between the adductor muscle and the gastrocnemius muscle.
Simplified point selection: located on the inner side of the thigh, find the inner upper end of the femoral condyle, 5 finger-widths straight up from the bony landmark on the inner upper end of the knee joint. Pressing on this spot will cause a sore and painful sensation.
Anatomical Structure of Yinbao Point
Located between the inner thigh muscle and the sartorius muscle, in the midpoint of the adductor longus muscle, and deep within the adductor brevis muscle. It contains the femoral artery, veins, and superficial branch of the medial circumflex femoral artery. It is also innervated by the anterior cutaneous nerve of the thigh, as well as the superficial and deep branches of the obturator nerve.
The Efficacy and Function of Yinbao Point
Efficacy: regulating liver and menstruation, clearing and benefiting the lower burner.
Main indications: irregular menstruation, urinary difficulty, enuresis, abdominal pain, and lower back pain radiating to the lower abdomen.
Function: Yinbao point belongs to the Liver meridian of Foot Jueyin. Located on the inner side of the thigh, it is where the qi of the Liver meridian of Foot Jueyin is emitted. It has the functions of regulating liver, promoting qi circulation, regulating menstruation, and clearing and benefiting the lower burner. As the Liver meridian passes through this point, surrounding the genitals and reaching the lower abdomen, this point is effective in treating abdominal pain, lower back pain radiating to the lower abdomen, urinary difficulty, enuresis, and menstrual irregularities caused by liver meridian dampness and heat descending.
Combination Therapy of Yinbao Point for Treating Diseases
For irregular menstruation, it can be combined with Sanyinjiao, Qihai, and Xuehai; for urinary difficulty and enuresis, it can be combined with Zhongji, Sanyinjiao, and Yinlingquan; for abdominal pain, it can be combined with Qihai and Wushu; for lower back pain radiating to the lower abdomen, it can be combined with Ciliao, Daimai, and Weidao.
Massage Method for Health Preservation of Yinbao Point
Gently rub the Yinbao point with the thumb for 1-3 minutes each time. Long-term adherence to massage can enhance the function of the reproductive organs and prevent breast hyperplasia.
