KI4 (Dazhong, “Great Bell”) is the Luo-connecting point of the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located on the medial aspect of the ankle, inferior to KI3, in the depression anterior to the medial attachment of the Achilles tendon. It strengthens the Kidneys, regulates the lower jiao, calms the spirit.
On the medial aspect of the ankle, inferior to KI3, in the depression anterior to the medial attachment of the Achilles tendon.
Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun.
Strengthens the Kidneys, regulates the lower jiao, calms the spirit.
Urinary retention, hernia, lumbar pain, impotence, mental disorders.
As the Luo-connecting point of the Kidney meridian, KI4 connects to the Bladder meridian and is vital for strengthening the Kidneys and regulating the lower jiao, particularly for urinary and reproductive disorders. It is also known for its strong effect on calming the spirit, addressing fear, anxiety, and mental restlessness, especially when rooted in Kidney deficiency. KI4 is empirically used for heel pain and chronic constipation due to Kidney deficiency.
KI4 is one of 27 points on the Kidney Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
KI4 (Dazhong) is located on the medial aspect of the ankle, inferior to KI3, in the depression anterior to the medial attachment of the Achilles tendon.
KI4 strengthens the Kidneys, regulates the lower jiao, calms the spirit. Common clinical indications include urinary retention, hernia, lumbar pain, impotence, mental disorders.
Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun.
KI4 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).