SP-1 - Hidden White

隐白 - Yǐn bái

Point Region: Foot

SP

Spleen Meridian

足太阴脾经 - Zú Tàiyīn Píjīng

SP-1 Yinbai, meaning 'Hidden White,' is the Jing-Well and Wood point of the Spleen channel. Located at the corner of the nail on the big toe, this point is a 'hidden beacon' that regulates the body's internal energy and helps to restore a sense of balance. Its name, 'Hidden White,' alludes to its ability to bring a sense of order and harmony to the body's entire system.

Think of Yinbai as a point that helps to 'bring the light' to your body. It's invaluable for addressing issues like a restless spirit, a feeling of 'heat' in the body, and a lack of vitality. By regulating the body's internal energy, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom.

By regulating the body's internal energy, SP-1 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a calm and unburdened body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: At the junction of lines drawn along the medial border and base of the toenail.

How to Locate:

  1. Look at your big toe
  2. Find the inner corner of the toenail (toward your other foot)
  3. Locate where the nail meets the skin at this corner
  4. The point is right at this junction
Location illustration for At the junction of lines drawn along the medial border and base of the toenail.

Primary Functions

Digestive System

  • Strengthens spleen qi and digestive function
  • Treats chronic diarrhea and loose stools
  • Improves appetite and food absorption
  • Reduces abdominal bloating and distension

Circulatory System

  • Controls bleeding and hemorrhage
  • Treats menorrhagia and excessive menstrual bleeding
  • Strengthens blood holding function of spleen
  • Reduces bruising and bleeding tendency

Emotional & Mental

  • Calms excessive thinking and worry
  • Treats insomnia from mental overactivity
  • Reduces obsessive thoughts and rumination
  • Promotes mental calmness and focus

Nervous System

  • Treats epilepsy and convulsions
  • Reduces mental restlessness
  • Calms hyperactive nervous system

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Uterine bleeding
  • Heavy menstrual periods
  • Mental restlessness
  • Abdominal distention
  • Insomnia
  • Digestive problems
  • Bloating

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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SP-1 Protocols

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Important Precautions

  • Broken skin around nail
  • Severe nail infections
  • Recent nail injury