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Self-acupressure at Yongquan (KI1)

湧泉（ゆうせん）

A listing is not a recommendation.

Origin: China and Japan · Tradition: Self-care at acupuncture points · Manual therapy & points

What it is

A hollow on the sole toward the toes (it deepens when the foot is flexed). It has traditionally been used for sleeplessness, a flushed or overheated feeling, and cold feet. It is often combined with a pre-sleep sole rub.

A short introduction (not a treatment instruction)

1. Sit and press the hollow of the sole in small circles with the opposite thumb.
2. About 1 to 2 minutes on each side before sleep.
3. Do not do this on a foot with a wound or a skin disease.

Symptoms or aims often mentioned with this practice

• Sleeplessness
• Cold or puffy feet
• Stress or unease
• Feeling cold easily

Research notes (this is not a promise of effect)

D: Traditional use only. This review did not find enough clinical research on the practice itself

The sources were not confirmed in this review.

A high-quality RCT of Yongquan alone was not found in this review. It is better seen as part of sole stimulation or a pre-sleep routine.