Bites · Everyday TCM · Pain & Injuries · Acupoint · 1–2 minutes
Da Ling sits in the middle of the inner wrist crease, between two tendons. Press the wrist opposite the sore heel, then stamp the foot.
In brief
Da Ling (PC7) sits in the middle of the inner wrist crease, between the two distinct tendons. For heel pain, press the wrist opposite the sore heel until you feel a dull soreness, make small circles, and gently stamp the painful foot. The heel often eases as you keep the press kind.
Point guide
Turn the palm up. Slide a fingertip to the middle of the inner wrist crease, between the two tendons, until you feel a dull, tender hollow.
If the left heel hurts, press the right wrist. If the right heel hurts, press the left. Circle until you feel a dull soreness.
Keep the circular press and gently stamp the painful foot on the ground. The heel often eases as you continue. Stop if pain sharpens.
Try today Locate Da Ling on the wrist opposite the sore heel and circle while you stamp the foot.
Next step
Read the matching guide or pathway next. Book when you are ready for personalised care.
Self-press tips are educational, not personal medical advice. Book a consult for heel pain that keeps returning, or if walking becomes difficult.
FAQs
The wrist opposite the sore heel. Left heel, right wrist. Right heel, left wrist.
A dull, tolerable ache is common. Sharp pain, tingling that shoots, or numbness means ease off.
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