Name: Taixi (KI3)
Location: In the hollow midway between the protrusion of the inside anklebone and the Achilles tendon, which joins the back of the calf to the back of the heel.

Benefits: balancing point, sore throat, toothache, deafness, hemoptysis, Asthma, Insomnia, Impotence, frequency of urination, lower backache, swollen gums, palpitations, fear, emotions, anxiety attacks, vomiting, cold sores. "ever young point" to remove the age lines, to reduce the sensation of excessive heat or cold, side effects of radiation and chemotherapy.

To activate your body’s self-healing power, first locate of the acupressure points that you need to work on for your specific needs. Apply firm pressure is the most fundamental technique. Use thumbs, fingers, palms, the side of the hand, or knuckles to apply steady, stationary pressure to the point for 1-2 minutes.

A general guideline to follow is that the pressure should be firm enough so that it hurts a little. The more developed the muscles are, the more pressure you should apply. If you feel extreme sensitivity or pain, gradually decrease the pressure until you find a balance between pain and pleasure. Do not continue to press a point that is excruciatingly painful.