8 Pressure Points For Kidneys

The kidneys are a vital part of the human body. Most people know that their main function is to remove waste products and excess fluid through urine, but they also produce and secrete a number of hormones. Therefore, when something is wrong with the kidneys, the problem will exhibit itself in more ways than just through the urine. Of course - if you feel there is a problem in even just one of the kidneys, it is extremely important to seek medical help. Until you do so, it’s handy to know that there are several ways to ease kidney-related pain by applying pressure on certain points in the body.

This list contains 8 anatomical points of pressure, which you can massage depending on the ailment you suffer from. It is recommended to repeat the exercise twice a day. 

 

Please note, this is NOT to be done instead of a doctor’s appointment but only to ease symptoms in the meantime. Pregnant women should AVOID massaging pressure points altogether.

To Treat Difficulty Passing Urine  

Urinary retention can occur for a number of causes, such as nerve problems, certain medications, or a blockage resulting from benign prostatic hyperplasia in men. To ease the symptoms while waiting to receive medical treatment, you may massage these 2 pressure points: 

 

1. LV8  

This pressure point is located on the inner part of your knee joint. Massaging it may also ease pain in the lower abdomen, excessive sweating, insomnia, depression, and skin conditions, such as psoriasis. 

 

2. UB39  

This pressure point is found on the outer frontal part of the knee. Massaging it not only reduces difficulty in passing urine but also reduces stiffness in the lower back and frequent muscle spasms in the legs and palms.  

 

To Treat Frequency in Passing Urine  

If you have to excuse yourself between 4-10 times a day in order to visit the bathroom - that is completely normal. If it happens more frequently than that, however, it might be best to consult your GP. Frequent urination could point to a UTI, kidney stones, or ovarian cysts. Another likely culprit could be prescription drugs you take on a daily basis. While waiting to receive medical treatment, you may massage these 2 pressure points:

 

3. CV4 

This point is located in the center of your pelvis, about 7 cm (3 inches) underneath your belly button. Massaging it may reduce the frequency of your body feeling the need to urinate, as well as help with irregular periods and diarrhea. 

 

4. K3

This point can be found in the dent that’s right above the inner ankle bone. Massaging it can balance the bladder’s need to empty itself as well as ease toothaches, asthma attacks, prevent vomiting and even prevent frostbite.

To Treat Kidney Infections 

 

Pyelonephritis is an inflammation of the kidneys caused by a bacterial infection (typically Escherichia coli). Symptoms include high fever, pain in passing urine, and high resting heart rate. If you suffer from these combined symptoms, it is strongly recommended to seek medical treatment. In the meantime, you may massage these 2 pressure points: 

 

5. LU7

This point is underneath your wrist. You can measure the exact distance using your thumb. Massaging it may ease kidney inflammation symptoms, migraines, a sore throat and wrist pains.

 

6. SP10 

To find this point, bend your knees and place your palm on the inner part of your knee. You should feel a bump - the pressure point is located three horizontal fingers above the end of the bump, towards the inner thigh. Massaging it helps ease kidney inflammation symptoms, period pain, acne breakouts and it may prevent problems with the thyroid gland. 

 

To Ease Kidney Failure 

Kidney failure is a condition in which the kidneys function at less than 15% of normal, and the blood going through them is not filtered properly. The symptoms may include fatigue, loss of appetite and vomiting. Those suffering from complications of severe cases may also experience high blood pressure and high heart rates. Not all symptoms always appear at once, but if you notice any of them, seek medical help immediately. In the meantime, you can massage these 2 pressure points: 

 

7. SP9 

This point is located on the inner part of your leg, right below the knee - you can bend the knee to help you find, it but massage it with your leg straight. Massaging SP9 may improve the kidney’s ability to filter and remove waste, and get rid of excess fluid. Another function of this pressure point is to improve libido. 

 

8. LV5  

To find this pressure point, place 7 horizontal fingers over the inner ankle bone (tibia). Other than improving the kidney's ability to filter blood, massaging it may also help with chronic fatigue, strengthen the immune system, and ease the side effects of chemotherapy for cancer patients.

This is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for medicines, exercises and so on.     

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6 overlooked signs that may signal kidney disease

Prevention is always better than cure. But if you fail in preventing the diseases, then early detection will enable prompt treatment to prevent disease progression. Kidney disease is known as a silent killer as it usually gets diagnosed at an extremely late stage.

In addition to filtering waste products from the blood, kidneys also help in regulating blood pressure, electrolyte balance, and red blood cell production in the body. Several factors can impair kidney function and eventually lead to chronic kidney disease. Risk factors of chronic kidney disease include diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, smoking, obesity, family history, older age, etc.

Usually, chronic kidney disease may not become apparent until your kidneys are damaged badly. In the early stages of the disease, one may experience very few signs or symptoms. But people tend to overlook them. Below are 6 signs that you must not ignore: 

Changes in the Urinary Function      

A change in the amount and frequency of the urine you pass may be a sign that your kidneys are in danger. Other changes in your urinary function that may indicate kidney disease are:

• Your urine colour becoming darker than usual
• You feel the urge to urinate but unable to do so
• You’re waking up frequently at night to pee
• Excessive frothing in urine: It may result from leakage of protein in urine is a sign of damage to the filter of the kidneys.
• Change in the odour of your urine

Difficulty Or Pain While Urinating

Difficulty or pain while emptying the bladder may be caused by a urinary tract infection. If it you have fever and back pain too, it is a possible sign that the infection has spread to your kidneys.

Blood In The Urine

If you notice blood in your urine, visit a doctor immediately. This is an early sign of kidney disease and you should not ignore it. Blood in urine may results from urinary infections or stones both of which can cause damage to the kidneys. Injury to the kidney filter, a condition known as glomerulonephritis, may also cause blood in your urine.

Swelling Or Edema

 

If your kidneys are not functioning properly, wastes can build up in your body. Swelling of the feet,  ankles, puffiness of the face and tightness of the hands can occur when the kidneys are unable to get rid of excess water and salts from the body. Watch out for these signs so that necessary treatment can be started.

Extreme Fatigue, Anaemia

Your kidneys produce a hormone called erythropoietin that helps red blood cells carry oxygen. If your kidney function is impaired, the levels of this hormone drop drastically. This causes anaemia which in turn leads to weakness and extreme fatigue.

Pain in the Lumbar Region

The kidneys are located in the back of your abdomen just below the ribs on each side. Pain in this region, which is called the lumbar region, may result from stone or kidney disease. If you feel severe and sudden pain in this region, which is accompanied by feeling of vomiting and occasional burning in urine, you should see a urologist.

This is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for medicines, exercises and so on.     

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