Spleen 6 (SP6) Acupressure point: why to use it and how to find it.
This is the top point I recommend for homework to my clients when they have anxiety and/or hormonal issues. This point is where the Spleen, Kidney, and Liver meridians meet.
- Calms whirling, circular thoughts especially if they lead to insomnia
- Helps with irritability and frustration
- Helps balance hormones
- Uplifts the spirit
- Balances whirling, chaotic emotions
- Supports the person when dealing with sexual trauma and/or sexual imbalances
Please note: Do not use SP 6 during pregnancy
To find the point: pick a leg and find the inside ankle bone. Take your four fingers and place them right above the inner ankle bone. The point will be right above the fourth finger. It will most likely be very tender. Please see the picture for a rough outline.
Note: We could spend a whole season talking about Spleen 6 and still not cover everything. This is a significantly abbreviated list for the most common things I use it for in my practice.
Need more information on how to use Spleen 6 with acupressure? Check out my beginner’s guide to acupressure and alternatives to pressure here.
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4 Comments
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What’s up, I check your blogs on a regular basis.
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You actually make it seem so easy with your presentation but I
find this topic to be actually something which I think I would never understand.
It seems too complex and extremely broad for me. I am looking forward for your next
post, I will try to get the hang of it!
Bridget
Spleen six is the lower yin point; it is used to induce labor, and brings energy downward in the body. It is a point used for balancing and rooting the energy in the body. It is calming and helps to
build blood.
Bridget LAc
Jenna
Thank you Bridget! It’s certainly one of my favorite points.