Kidney Acupressure points on the ankle
4 Kidney points on the ankle
There are 27 acupressure points on the Kidney meridian.
These four Kidney acupressure points are close together on the inner (medial) ankle.
Each point can be used for local ankle pain and, each point has specific uses. Let’s explore both the location and uses of each of these Kidney acupressure points.
Kidney 3
Location:
On the medial (inside) surface of the ankle.
Level with the high point of the medial malleolus (inner ankle bone), half the distance to the Achilles Tendon.
Use:
To nourish the Kidney Organ System, to consolidate the Life Force.
Kidney 4
Kidney 4Location:
On the medial (inside) surface of the ankle.
On the front edge of the Achilles Tendon, just below Kidney 3
Use:
To ease the emotion associated with the Kidney Organ System (fear).
Kidney 5
Kidney 5Location:
On the medial (inside) surface of the ankle.
One cun below Kidney 3
Use:
Support harmonious menstruation
Kidney 6
Kidney 6Location:
On the medial (inside) surface of the ankle.
One cun below the high point of the medial malleolous
Use:
To bolster Kidney Yin
How much pressure to use on these Kidney acupressure points?
The Kidney is a Yin Organ, so the Kidney meridian is also Yin in nature. When working with Yin acupressure points, use the following guidelines:
1. Make light contact with the point
2. Slowly increase the pressure while maintaining a soft, quiet energetic field within yourself.
3. Sink your attention and Qi into the point
4. Pay attention to the way your client responds. Adjust based on the response. If there is pain lighten up. If there is no sensation, increase pressure.
5. Explore, wonder, allow your intuition and observation of your client to guide you.
I have severe pain, a little behind KD3, and above KD4, what it can be? surely I have a urination issue, but how to treat it?
Hi Chira,
To treat any condition from this perspective the first step is to work with a qualified practitioner so that they can interpret your symptoms within the context of Classical Chinese Medicine. Based on their evaluation and methods of healing they will be able to work with you in order to bring your Qi back into balance and ease your symptoms.
I would ask around your local area for a qualified Meridian Massage or Acupuncture or Herbal practitioner. You check the Big Tree Practitioners Directory to see if someone is in your area.
I hope that you are feeling better soon,
– Cindy
Wow my body melted immediately when I pressed kd3-kd4 area. Thank you
Nice explanations have been given by Cindy Black since last several years.
It is great pleasure for inviting & teaching the TCM with Acupuncture for all who are interested in this field, Thank you.
Dr. Ishak,
Thank you for your positive comments, I appreciate your support very much!
– Cindy
Thank you very much dear Cindy
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Dear Rachelle,
Thank you so much for your wonderful wishes!
I’m looking forward to more adventures in 2018 – so happy to share the wonders of Qi with you
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Thank you for this information, I look forward to reading your posts.
Informative. I am very interested in TCM.
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