KI8 (Jiaoxin, “Intersecting Reach”) is the Xi-cleft of Yinqiao point of the Kidney Channel Meridian. It is located on the medial aspect of the lower leg, 0.5 cun anterior to KI7, 2 cun superior to KI3, posterior to the medial border of the tibia. It regulates menstruation, benefits the lower jiao, clears damp-heat.
On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 0.5 cun anterior to KI7, 2 cun superior to KI3, posterior to the medial border of the tibia.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.
Regulates menstruation, benefits the lower jiao, clears damp-heat.
Irregular menstruation, uterine bleeding, hernia, difficult urination, diarrhea.
KI8 is the Xi-cleft point of the Yinqiao Mai, making it particularly effective for acute gynecological disorders and lower jiao issues, especially those involving damp-heat. It is a crucial point for regulating menstruation, treating irregular periods, uterine bleeding, and leukorrhea. Its Xi-cleft nature allows it to address acute pain and bleeding. KI8 is also used for hernia and prolapse due to its connection to the Yinqiao Mai.
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, 0.5 cun anterior to KI7, 2 cun superior to KI3, posterior to the medial border of the tibia.
KI8 regulates menstruation, benefits the lower jiao, clears damp-heat. Common clinical indications include irregular menstruation, uterine bleeding, hernia, difficult urination, diarrhea.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.
KI8 is a point on the Kidney Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyīn Shènjīng).