Rangu KI2
Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | KI2 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin) |
| Location | On the medial border of the foot, below the tuberosity of the navicular bone, at the junction of the red and white skin |
Traditionally recorded associations
vulvar itchinguterine prolapseirregular menstruationseminal emissionhemoptysisthirstdiarrheaswelling of the dorsum of the footpain in the dorsum of the footacute infantile omphalitis
Traditional application notes
| Technique | thumb pinching pressure or fingertip acupressure |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1-2 minutes |
| Direction | vertical pressure |
| Force | medium |
| Tips | Use the thumb to pinch-press or the fingertip to point-press the acupoint; After pressing and kneading foot acupoints, you may combine with soaking the feet; The pinching pressure should be to the degree of producing a distinct sore, distended sensation |
| 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