KI-9 - Guest House

筑宾 - Zhú bīn

Point Region: Leg/Calf

KI

Kidney Meridian

足少阴肾经 - Zú Shàoyīn Shèn Jīng

KI-9, or 'Zhubin' (meaning 'Building the Guest'), is a local point located on the inner lower leg. It is the 'Xi-Cleft' point of the Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel), one of the Eight Extraordinary Vessels. Its name, 'Building the Guest,' refers to its ability to help the body 'build' its defenses against a 'guest'—a pathogen or toxin.

As a 'Xi-Cleft' point, Zhubin is a go-to point for managing acute pain and blood stagnation along the Yin Linking vessel. It is particularly effective for addressing toxins in the body, such as in cases of drug overdose or poisoning. It can also be used to address 'wind' and 'phlegm' disorders that cause dizziness, seizures, and other neurological issues.

This point is a vital tool for anyone dealing with a sense of 'toxicity' or 'disconnection' in the body and mind. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of inner harmony and safety, much like 'building a guest' in your home—creating a space where you can feel secure and protected.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the medial aspect of the lower leg, midway between KI-3 and the popliteal crease.

How to Locate:

  1. Find the bony bump on the inner side of your ankle
  2. Find the back of your knee on the inner side
  3. Locate the midpoint between these two points
  4. The point is halfway between your ankle and knee on the inner leg
Location illustration for On the medial aspect of the lower leg, midway between KI-3 and the popliteal crease.

Primary Functions

Urinary & Kidney System

  • Strengthens kidney qi and essence
  • Treats chronic kidney weakness
  • Supports urinary function

Nervous System

  • Calms mental agitation
  • Treats anxiety and restlessness
  • Improves mental clarity
  • Addresses nervous exhaustion

Digestive System

  • Treats abdominal distension
  • Regulates digestive qi
  • Addresses digestive weakness

Respiratory System

  • Treats shortness of breath
  • Supports lung and kidney qi interaction

Emotional & Mental

  • Reduces fear and apprehension
  • Strengthens emotional stability
  • Promotes inner peace

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Abdominal pain
  • Mania
  • Mental disorders
  • Emotional problems
  • Stomach pain
  • Psychological issues

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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KI-9 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Severe mental health conditions
  • Recent leg surgery
  • Acute psychiatric episodes