Yongquan KI1
Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | KI1 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin) |
| Location | On the sole, in the depression of the anterior part of the foot when the foot is curled, approximately at the junction of the anterior 1/3 and posterior 2/3 of the sole |
Traditionally recorded associations
headacheblurred visiondizzinesssore throatdry tongueloss of voicedifficulty urinatinginfantile convulsionsheat sensation in the solesloss of consciousness
Traditional application notes
| Technique | thumb pad kneading or rubbing |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3-5 minutes |
| Direction | rub back and forth on the sole of the foot |
| Force | medium to heavy |
| Tips | Yongquan acupoint is an important health-preserving point; rubbing until the sole of the foot feels warm is best; Can be combined with soaking the feet in hot water before pressing and kneading; Rubbing Yongquan acupoint before sleep helps improve insomnia |
| Technique | sparrow-pecking moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5-10 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | For foot moxibustion, you may first soak the feet in hot water to enhance the effect; Pay attention to controlling the temperature at the tips of the toes; After moxibustion, pay attention to keeping the feet warm |
Frequently asked
Where is it located?
3 cun below ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior tibial crest, per WHO standard.
Can I press it myself?
This site is an educational reference. Apply under a licensed practitioner; do not self-needle.
Sources & references
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
- NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov