KI9 Zhubin

Zhubin · 筑宾 · Guest House

Meridian

Kidney meridian

Location

On the posteromedial aspect of the leg, 5 B-cun superior to Taixi (KI3), on the line connecting KI3 and KI10, at the lower border of the belly of the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle.

What it helps with

Calms inner restlessness and racing thoughts before sleep, and eases a tight feeling in the calf.

How to work on it

Cup the lower leg and knead the muscle with the thumb using gentle pressure for 1-2 minutes on each leg, breathing evenly.

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