KI 7 Acupuncture Point

Kidney 7, Abbreviated as KI 7 or KID 7, Transliterated Fuliu in Chinese, Continuing Flow in English.

KI 7 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 2 cun directly above KI 3, anterior to tendo calcaneus.

KI 7 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Edema, abdominal distention, diarrhea
  • Febrile disease without sweat or ceaselessly sweating, night sweating
  • Weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities

KI 7 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Strengthens the Kidneys, resolves Dampness, regulates sweating, treats edema, strengthens the low back.

Classification: 

Jing-River point of the Kidney Meridian

Notes: 

Jing-River points are where the qi of the meridian begins to flow more heavily. They are known to treat cough and asthma due to pathogenic cold or heat.