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Pressure Points for Knee Pain
Knee pain in TCM is commonly caused by wind-cold-damp invasion, liver-kidney insufficiency, or qi-blood stasis. The knee is the mansion of the sinews. Acupressure combined with warmth and moderate exercise effectively relieves knee pain.
Key Acupressure Points
Why this point: 犊鼻又称外膝眼，位于膝盖下方外侧凹陷处
Technique: 用拇指按压犊鼻穴，做旋转揉按。
Duration: 每次3-5分钟，每日2-3次
Why this point: 阴陵泉为脾经合穴，有健脾利湿、通利关节之功
Technique: 用拇指按压胫骨内侧髁下方凹陷处。
Duration: 每侧3-5分钟，每日2次
Why this point: 阳陵泉为筋会穴，有疏筋利节之功
Technique: 用拇指按压腓骨小头前下方凹陷处。
Duration: 每侧3-5分钟，每日2次
Why this point: 足三里有补气强身、通经活络之功
Technique: 用拇指按揉足三里穴。
Duration: 每侧3-5分钟，每日2次
Supporting Points
Recommended Point Combinations
Lifestyle Recommendations
- •控制体重减轻膝关节负担
- •避免长时间跪坐
- •适当进行游泳等低冲击运动
- •膝关节注意保暖
Precautions
- ⚠膝关节红肿热痛应排除感染
- ⚠急性扭伤应先冰敷
- ⚠严重变形应就医
- ⚠避免直接压迫髌骨
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Important Notice
For reference only. Not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a doctor.
Acupressure guidance is for general wellness reference only. Seek medical attention for serious symptoms. Pregnant women and those with bleeding disorders should consult a professional first. Disclaimer