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Acupoints for Leg Swelling

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Protocol (9 points)

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Leg SwellingGait ImpairedStiff Skin SyndromeSkin SclerosisLimited Joint Mobility
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BL40Middle Of The Crease

BL40 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 委中 (wěi zhōng)

🎯 Location: Midpoint of the transverse crease of the popliteal fossa between tendons of the biceps femoris and semitendinosus.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in weakness/fatigue; avoid strong stimulation.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Diarrhea, Knee Pain, Vomiting, Abdominal Pain

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20240824-k0002 ↗

Single-point entry

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Leg SwellingOsteoarthritis KneeThrombosis Venous Lower ExtremityThrombosis Deep Vein Postoperative

KD01Bubbling Spring

KD01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Kidney Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 涌泉 (yǒng quán)

🎯 Location: On the sole in the depression the when foot is in the plantar flexion the approximately at the junction of the anterior 1/3 and posterior 2/3 of the line connecting base of the 2nd and 3rd toes and heel.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid in patients with severe deficiency conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Anxiety, Shortness of Breath, Dizziness, Coughing Blood

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20220327-0004 ↗

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside Leg Swelling:

Leg SwellingGait ImpairedLimited Joint MobilityOsteoarthritis KneeSkin SclerosisStiff Skin Syndrome

Using Acupoints for Leg Swelling

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Leg Swelling
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.