Acupressure Points for Relieving Knee Pain

There are the acupressure points for relieving Knee Pain. Working on these points can help you get better quicker. You do not have to use all of these points. Using just one or two of them whenever you have a free hand can be effective.

Points (A) — Calf’s Nose
Location: Just below the kneecap in the outer indentation.
Traditionally used for: Relieves knee pain, knee stiffness, rheumatism of the feet, edema.Points (B) — Sunny Side of the Mountain
Location: On the outside of the lower leg, below and in front of the head of the shinbone.
Traditionally used for: Relieves excessive knee pain, muscular tension, aches, muscle strains.Points (C) — Three Mile Point
Location: Four finger widths below the kneecap, one finger outside of the shinbone. Traditionally used for: Strengthens the whole body, tones the muscles, relieves knee pain.Points (D) — Commanding Activity
Location: On the outside of the knee, where the crease ends when the knee is bent. Traditionally used for: Relieves knee pain and stiffness.Points (E) — Nourishing Valley
Location: On the inner edge of the knee crease, in the hollow between two tendons. Traditionally used for: Knee pain, genital disorders, abdominal pain.Points (F) — Crooked Spring
Location: On the inside of the knee, where the crease ends when the knee is bent. Traditionally used for: Relieves knee pain, fibroids, swelling in the knee.Points (G) — Shady Side of the Mountain
Location: On the inside of the leg, just below the bulge that is down from the inside of the knee and under the head of the shinbone. Traditionally used for: Relieves knee problems, swelling, leg tensions, varicose veins, edema, water retention, cramps.Points (H) — Commanding Middle
Location: In the center of the back of the knee in the crease of the knee joint. Traditionally used for: Relieves knee pain, stiffness, arthritis, back pain, sciatica.Caution: If you have a serious illness, or life-threatening illness such as heart disease, or cancer, please consult with your physician before practicing Acupressure.

Acupressure is self-care, not a replacement for diagnosis or treatment. Stop if you feel sharp pain, numbness or dizziness. Pregnant or trying to conceive? Skip LI4, SP6, GB21, BL60 and BL67 unless your practitioner directs it. Get medical care first for chest pain, sudden weakness, fainting, heavy bleeding, or a high fever.