Yinbai — Hidden White
In brief
This point is useful for quickly easing stomach aches and digestive issues such as bloating or nausea. It may provide prompt comfort in cases of sudden digestive discomfort.
Where to find it
Inner side of the big toe, at the nail corner, behind the outer nail corner.
How to stimulate it (acupressure)
Apply moderate pressure with your thumb or index finger. You should feel slight tenderness without pain. Maintain pressure for 1 to 2 minutes on each foot. You can repeat this self-massage 2 to 3 times a day, or whenever needed to soothe digestive discomfort.
Other uses
Moxibustion
The practitioner may apply moxibustion (heat via mugwort stick) to this point for 5 to 10 minutes or using 3 to 5 cones to strengthen its action on digestive disorders.
This point is recognized for its rapid effectiveness in acute digestive emergencies, such as vomiting or diarrhea. It is a Jing-Well (Wood) point.
Effects in traditional Chinese energetics (TCM)
This point helps regulate the Qi (vital energy) of the Spleen and Stomach, harmonize the Middle Jiao (the abdominal and digestive region), and calm nausea and vomiting.
For a personalised protocol suited to your constitution
Everyone is different. An energetic assessment at the practice identifies the points most relevant to your own needs.
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