PointStudy reference
KI1KI
Yongquan
Gushing Spring
涌泉
Where it is
Chart of the classical path. Tap a point to open its card. It does not replace palpation.
1/3 anterior de la planta, between 2º y 3º metatarsal
Study themes
- kidney
- resuscitation
- heat
Traditional educational themes: kidney, resuscitation, heat. TCM/Shiatsu study framework; not a clinical indication.
In traditional study
Traditionally associated with the Kidney channel within TCM/Shiatsu educational frameworks. Study themes: kidney, resuscitation, heat. Not medical advice.
Point families
How it is worked
- Acupuncture
- Moxibustion
- Shiatsu Pressure
- Tuina
Origins, lineages and aliases
Origins
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Nomenclature
- Huangdi Neijing
Lineages
- Classical TCM
- Modern TCM / TCM colleges
Also known as
KI1 · Yongquan · KI 1 · 涌泉
Study
Yongquan (KI1) on the sole in the depression when toes flex. Kidney jing-well — Water root.
- How do I locate KI1?
- On the sole between 2nd and 3rd metatarsals in the flexed-toe depression. 3D foot atlas.
Study reference within traditional Shiatsu/TCM frameworks. Does not diagnose or treat.
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Keep exploring
- KidneyThis point belongs to the meridian channel in traditional TCM mapping.
- waterIn Five Element theory, this meridian is associated with this element.
- KI2 · RanguEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- KI3 · TaixiEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- KI4 · DazhongEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- Try a quizContinue learning with a short practice.