Kunlun Mountains
Kunlun · 崑崙 · คุนหลุน
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Location
In the depression between the lateral malleolus and the calcaneal tendon.
Landmark: Depression between the lateral malleolus and the calcaneal tendon.
Actions and Indications
Frees the back and neck and stops seizures.
Needling
Perpendicular 0.3-0.7 cm.
Cautions
Contraindicated in pregnancy.
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Conditions That Use This Point
Often Used Together With
Leg Three Li 足三里
The strongest qi and blood tonic; regulates stomach and intestines and supports immunity.
Bai Hui (lumbosacral) 百會
The principal point for the lower back and hindlimbs; raises yang and relieves pain — the most used point in veterinary acupuncture.
Kidney Shu 腎俞
Tonifies the kidney and strengthens the bones and lower back — the principal point of the geriatric patient.
Jumping Round 環跳
Frees the hip and hindlimb and relieves sciatic pain.
Hua Tuo Jia Ji (paravertebral) 華佗夾脊
Opens the channels along the spine; needled bracketing the affected level.
Yang Mound Spring 陽陵泉
Relaxes sinews and muscle throughout the body; regulates liver and gall bladder.