Acupoints on the Lateral Foot: Key Bladder Meridian Points and Their Locations
Published 2026-06-02 · 324 words · Acupressure
The lateral (outer) side of the foot houses several important acupoints along the Bladder Meridian, one of the major energy pathways in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). These points are frequently used in acupressure and acupuncture to address a range of conditions, from headaches and back pain to foot discomfort and emotional imbalances. Below is a clear guide to the locations of these eight acupoints, based on classical TCM descriptions.
Located in the depression between the lateral malleolus (outer ankle bone) and the Achilles tendon.
Found on the lateral side of the foot, posterior and inferior to the lateral malleolus, on the calcaneus (heel bone) at the junction of the red and white skin (the border between the sole and the dorsum).
Situated directly below the lateral malleolus, in the depression.
Located on the lateral foot, directly inferior to the anterior border of the lateral malleolus, and below the cuboid bone.
Found on the lateral foot, below the tuberosity of the fifth metatarsal bone, at the junction of the red and white skin.
Located on the lateral foot, posterior to the fifth metatarsophalangeal joint, at the junction of the red and white skin.
Situated on the lateral foot, anterior to the fifth metatarsophalangeal joint, at the junction of the red and white skin.
Located on the lateral side of the little toe, about 0.3 cm (0.1 cun) from the corner of the toenail.
These points are often stimulated through acupressure or acupuncture to promote the flow of Qi and Blood along the Bladder Meridian, supporting overall health and well-being. Always apply gentle pressure when self-treating, and consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
References
Huangdi Neijing Lingshu (The Spiritual Pivot) – Classic text describing the Bladder Meridian and its points. Zhenjiu Jiayijing (The Systematic Classic of Acupuncture and Moxibustion) – Early compilation of acupoint locations. Cheng, X. (Ed.) (1999). Chinese Acupuncture and Moxibustion. Beijing: Foreign Languages Press. – Standard reference for acupoint locations.