KI6 (Zhaohai, “Shining Sea”) is the Eight Confluent Point of the Yin Qiao Mai point of the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located on the medial aspect of the foot, in a depression directly inferior to the tip of the medial malleolus. It nourishes Kidney Yin, clears deficiency heat, calms the Spirit, benefits the throat, regulates the Yin Qiao Mai, and regulates menstruation.
On the medial aspect of the foot, in a depression directly inferior to the tip of the medial malleolus.
Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun.
Nourishes Kidney Yin, clears deficiency heat, calms the Spirit, benefits the throat, regulates the Yin Qiao Mai, and regulates menstruation..
Amenorrhea, irregular menstruation, uterine prolapse, genital itching, genital discharge, sudden genital jumping or twitching, difficult urination, urinary retention, constipation, abdominal pain, epilepsy, nocturnal epilepsy, fright, sadness, unhappiness, feeling as if falling, insomnia, somnolence, blurred vision, vision as if seeing stars, red and painful eyes starting from the inner canthus, throat obstruction, dry throat, lockjaw, infantile umbilical wind, limb paralysis, back arching with spasms (opisthotonos), foot weakness, difficulty walking, coldness and heat in the feet, deficiency-type convulsions, night sweats, thirst, lassitude of the four limbs, dark and dusty complexion..
As the master point of the Yin Motility Vessel (Yin Qiao Mai), Zhaohai is a primary point for nourishing Yin and clearing deficiency heat, making it essential for treating night sweats, chronic dry throat, and insomnia. Its strong connection to the throat, genitals, and mind allows it to address a wide range of issues from gynecological disorders and urinary problems to epilepsy and anxiety. The classical emphasis on its role in eye disorders and sleep regulation highlights its function in governing the opening and closing of the eyes via the Qiao vessels.
KI6 is one of 27 points on the Kidney Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
KI6 (Zhaohai) is located on the medial aspect of the foot, in a depression directly inferior to the tip of the medial malleolus.
KI6 nourishes Kidney Yin, clears deficiency heat, calms the Spirit, benefits the throat, regulates the Yin Qiao Mai, and regulates menstruation. Common clinical indications include amenorrhea, irregular menstruation, uterine prolapse, genital itching, genital discharge, sudden genital jumping or twitching, difficult urination, urinary retention, constipation, abdominal pain, epilepsy, nocturnal epilepsy, fright, sadness, unhappiness, feeling as if falling, insomnia, somnolence, blurred vision, vision as if seeing stars, red and painful eyes starting from the inner canthus, throat obstruction, dry throat, lockjaw, infantile umbilical wind, limb paralysis, back arching with spasms (opisthotonos), foot weakness, difficulty walking, coldness and heat in the feet, deficiency-type convulsions, night sweats, thirst, lassitude of the four limbs, dark and dusty complexion.
Perpendicular insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution: The Zi Sheng Jing forbids moxibustion at this point, citing a fatal case. This is a significant classical warning.
KI6 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).