EXT-38 - Eight Winds
八风 - Bā Fēng
Point Region: Foot/Toes
EXT-38, or 'Bafeng' (meaning 'Eight Winds'), is a set of eight extra points located on the feet. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'feet' and 'ankles,' as well as a sense of 'stiffness' or 'pain' in the feet.
As a local point, Bafeng is primarily used for issues related to the feet and ankles, such as a stiff foot, a sore ankle, and a sense of 'weakness' in the feet. It is a go-to point for 'clearing heat' and 'regulating' the flow of energy in the feet and ankles. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.
Bafeng acts as a vital access point to the core of the body, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the feet and ankles. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the entire body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: Four points per foot, between the toes, just proximal to the web margins.
How to Locate:
- Look at the top of your foot
- Find the web spaces between each toe (4 spaces per foot)
- Locate points just behind the web margins on the top of the foot
- These eight points (four per foot) are EXT-38
Primary Functions
Musculoskeletal System
- Relieves foot and toe pain
- Treats arthritis in toe joints
- Improves foot mobility and flexibility
- Reduces foot stiffness
Nervous System
- Treats foot numbness and tingling
- Relieves peripheral neuropathy
- Improves foot nerve function
Circulatory System
- Improves foot circulation
- Reduces foot swelling and inflammation
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Toe pain
- Foot swelling
- Beriberi
- Irregular menstruation
- Malaria
- Foot numbness
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Plantar fasciitis
Related Health Concerns
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EXT-38 Protocols
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