It is not recommended to press the foot-sanli point for people who have broken skin at the point or who have fractured the calf.
Because the Foot Sanli is an acupoint on the lower leg, people with obvious redness, swelling and broken skin at the acupoint, or people with fractured calves should not press the Foot Sanli.
The Foot Sanli is an acupoint of the Foot Yangming Stomach Meridian, located on the outer side of the calf, 4 horizontal fingers below the depression on the outer side of the knee. It can be used to treat stomach pain, vomiting, abdominal distension, intestinal tinnitus, constipation, etc. It has the effect of strengthening the spleen and stomach, and supporting the body’s positive energy.
When massaging the foot Sanli, attention should be paid to moderate strength, not too much force, and not too long, so as not to cause discomfort. Acupressure is recommended to operate under the guidance of a physician.