Zhubin KI9
Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | KI9 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Kidney Meridian (Foot Shaoyin) |
| Location | On the medial side of the lower leg, 5 cun above Taixi, on the line connecting Taixi and Yingu |
Traditionally recorded associations
mental disordercalf painfoot painhernia
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Press and knead with the pad of the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | From bottom to top (centripetal direction) |
| Force | Moderate |
| Tips | Knead along the direction of the lower leg Channels / Meridians from bottom to top; The intensity is best when it produces a sore, distended sensation that radiates toward the foot; Can be combined with tapping or kneading the lower leg |
| Technique | Mild moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10-15 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | Moxibustion on the lower leg can be combined with health-care acupoints such as Zusanli; Use local warmth and comfort as the standard |
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