Kunlun is a point on the Bladder Meridian of Foot-Taiyang, belonging to the element of fire. It is the high source of the water in the bladder meridian. As long as the water in this meridian flows smoothly, there will be no pain. This point is also one of the five shu points on the meridian, making it widely used in clinical practice. Let's take a look at the massage effects of Kunlun.
Origin of the Name Kunlun Point
Kunlun means vast and boundless. In this point, there are various levels of qi and blood, resembling the vast and boundless, hence the name.
Point Location: Behind the outer ankle, in the depression between the outer ankle and the Achilles tendon.
Massage Effects of Kunlun Point
Kunlun is an acupoint on the Bladder Meridian. The qi in this point is like a mountain peak, so it has a wide range of applications. Due to its location on the outer ankle, it can exert its local treatment effects, relaxing tendons and treating local disorders in the lower limbs. Also, because the Bladder Meridian of Foot-Taiyang starts from the inner corner of the eye, circles around the head, and descends to the lower back, it is very effective in treating disorders such as head and face pain, shoulder and back pain, and lower back pain.
Main Diseases Treated by Kunlun Point Massage
Kunlun point massage has the functions of calming the mind, clearing heat, relaxing tendons, and activating collaterals. It is used to treat headache, dizziness, stiff neck, nosebleed, lower back pain, heel pain, difficult childbirth, retained placenta, lower limb paralysis or paralysis, sciatic nerve pain, ankle joint and surrounding soft tissue disorders, etc. In modern times, it is commonly used to treat sciatic nerve pain, ankle arthritis, and neurogenic headaches.
Special Effects and Functions of Kunlun Point Combinations
Lack of foot movement leads to stagnant blood circulation, which can cause blood stasis. The head is closely connected to the feet, and blood stasis in the feet may lead to sluggish brain function and reduced work efficiency. To treat foot blood stasis, an effective method is to apply pressure to the Qiu Xu point in the lower front hollow of the outer ankle, followed by Kunlun point. First, relax the muscles, exhale slowly while applying strong pressure for 6 seconds, and repeat this process 10 times.
Massage Methods for Kunlun Point
1. Tapping method: Lie on your back, place the tip of your left index finger on the Kunlun point, and tap the left Kunlun point with your right index finger. First press downward, then slide towards the outer ankle. During tapping, the operator should feel a tendon rolling under the finger, and the recipient may feel numbness, pain, or an electric sensation radiating to the sole of the foot. Tap each Kunlun point three times.
2. Pinching method: Use your right thumb and index finger to pinch the Kunlun point on the right foot, and use your thumb to press the Inner Pass point below the inner ankle. Pinch and hold for 50 times, then switch to the left hand to pinch the Kunlun point on the left foot for 50 times.
3. Kneading method: Use both thumbs to knead the Kunlun point on both feet at the same time, kneading for 50 times.
