The sole of the foot refers to the bottom of the foot, and the acupuncture points on the sole generally include Yongquan (KI1), Taichong (LR3), Taibai (SP3), and Linneiting (ST44). Stimulating different acupuncture points yields different effects, and patients need to stimulate the points under the guidance of a professional doctor.
1. Yongquan (KI1) is located at the intersection of the front one-third and the rear two-thirds of the line connecting the margin of the web between the second and third toes to the heel on the sole. Stimulating this point can nourish yin and reduce fire, awaken the spirit, and revive from collapse. It is mainly used to treat hypertension, nervous headaches, urinary difficulties, urinary retention, constipation, epigastric pain, and other conditions.
2. Taichong (LR3) is located on the dorsal side of the foot between the first and second metatarsal bones, at the depression in front of the junction of the metatarsal bases. Stimulating this point can be used to treat stroke, epilepsy, red and swollen eyes with pain, dizziness, irregular menstruation, uterine bleeding, and other conditions.
3. Taibai (SP3) is located on the inner side of the foot at the red-white skin border below and behind the first metatarsophalangeal joint. Stimulating this point can strengthen the spleen and stomach and generate yang qi. It is mainly used to treat abdominal pain, abdominal distension, and other symptoms caused by acute gastroenteritis.
4. Linneiting (ST44) is located on the dorsum of the foot at the red-white skin border behind the web between the second and third toes. It has the effects of clearing the heart and calming the spirit, strengthening the spleen and stomach, regulating qi, and stopping pain. Clinically, it is mainly used to treat diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, toothache, pain on the dorsum of the foot, and other symptoms.
In addition, there are also Duyin (KI6), Taixi (KI3), and Zulinqi (GB44). When pressing and rubbing the acupuncture points, patients should pay attention to moderate force and avoid excessive force. If stimulating the points with moxibustion, be careful to avoid excessively high temperatures to prevent skin burns. After stimulating the points, pay attention to skin cleanliness to prevent infection. If discomfort occurs after stimulating the acupuncture points, seek medical attention promptly.
