Point features

Where is it located

KI7 is located 2 cun above KI3, on the anterior border of the Achilles tendon, in the visible depression beside the tendon when the foot is flexed.

Functions

• Jing-River and Metal point of the Kidney meridian
• Tonifies Kidney Yang and strengthens water metabolism
• Stops sweating (spontaneous and night), drains Dampness

What is it for

• Excessive sweating (day or night)
• Edema
• Fluid retention
• Low back pain due to Yang deficiency

📲 In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with KI7, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

Fuliu, 'Returning Flow', is a key point for regulating fluid metabolism. Used in TCM to tonify Kidney Yang, it is effective for night sweats, edema, cold sensitivity, and chronic low back pain from Yang deficiency. Often combined with DU4 or CV6.

Available on the AcupointsMap app:

• Interactive 3D visualization of the point
• Complete functions and therapeutic indications
• Needle insertion methods and detailed localization
• Complete pathway of the meridian of Kidneys
• Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
• Associated pathology sheets
• Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin

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