Fuliu KI7
Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | KI7 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin) |
| Location | On the medial side of the lower leg, 2 cun superior to Taixi, at the anterior border of the Achilles tendon |
Traditionally recorded associations
Edemaabdominal distensiondiarrheaborborygmusleg muscle atrophynight sweatsspontaneous sweatingabsence of sweating in febrile disease
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Press and knead with the pad of the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | Along the medial side of the lower leg toward the heart |
| Force | Moderate |
| Tips | Fuliu acupoint can be pressed and kneaded together with Taixi acupoint |
| Technique | Gentle moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10-15 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | Calf moxibustion can be combined with health-preserving acupoints such as Zusanli; The degree should be local warmth and comfort |
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