KI8 (Jiaoxin, “Jiaoxin”) is the Xi-Cleft point of the Yin Qiao Mai point of the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located on the medial aspect of the lower leg, 2 cun superior to the prominence of the medial malleolus, in a depression on the posterior border of the tibia, anterior to the Kidney channel's main line at Fuliu (KI7). It regulates the menses and stops bleeding, clears heat and drains dampness from the lower jiao, regulates the Yin Qiao channel, calms the spirit.
On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 2 cun superior to the prominence of the medial malleolus, in a depression on the posterior border of the tibia, anterior to the Kidney channel's main line at Fuliu (KI7).
Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1.0 cun.
Regulates the menses and stops bleeding, clears heat and drains dampness from the lower jiao, regulates the Yin Qiao channel, calms the spirit..
Irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, uterine bleeding, uterine prolapse, genital itching, genital pain, hernia, testicular pain and retraction, difficult urination, urinary retention, painful urinary dysfunction (lin syndrome), diarrhea, constipation, pain in the inner thigh, night sweats, abdominal pain..
Jiaoxin is the Xi-Cleft point of the Yin Qiao Mai, making it a critical point for acute conditions related to the urogenital system and lower abdomen. It is particularly effective for menstrual disorders such as dysmenorrhea, irregular cycles, and abnormal uterine bleeding. Its ability to regulate the waterways also makes it a key choice for various urinary issues, including painful or difficult urination and hernia.
KI8 is one of 27 points on the Kidney Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
KI8 (Jiaoxin) is located on the medial aspect of the lower leg, 2 cun superior to the prominence of the medial malleolus, in a depression on the posterior border of the tibia, anterior to the Kidney channel's main line at Fuliu (KI7).
KI8 regulates the menses and stops bleeding, clears heat and drains dampness from the lower jiao, regulates the Yin Qiao channel, calms the spirit. Common clinical indications include irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, uterine bleeding, uterine prolapse, genital itching, genital pain, hernia, testicular pain and retraction, difficult urination, urinary retention, painful urinary dysfunction (lin syndrome), diarrhea, constipation, pain in the inner thigh, night sweats, abdominal pain.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1.0 cun.
KI8 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).