Zodiac Signs in the Knees, Feet, Head, and More!
Ancient astrologers believed that each astrological sign of the zodiac influenced a specific part of the body, e.g., the sign of the feet, the sign of the knees, the sign of the head, etc. The Man of Signs was created to represent this belief visually. Learn more.
Early readers were thoroughly familiar with the . It was not mere superstition, but a trusted guide that they consulted before undertaking any important task. Not only did readers use the Man of Signs to determine the best times for certain health-related activities, but they also found it helpful for other tasks, such as caring for livestock, cutting timber or weeds, or making sauerkraut. Specifically, they looked for when the Moon was in the astrological sign associated with a certain body part to direct them, sometimes also taking into account the Moon’s phase. Find out which sign the Moon is in today.
These readers deeply understood the connection between celestial bodies and earthly matters. They saw the signs of the Zodiac and the phases of the Moon as powerful forces that could profoundly influence their lives; by paying attention to the Moon’s changes, readers felt a sense of harmony with the universe and a greater hope of success in their endeavors. Although some in modern society may view these practices as mere folklore, it is fascinating to delve into the rich history of astrology and its continuing impact on people’s lives.
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How to Follow the Man of Signs
The first sign of the zodiac—Aries—is attributed to the head, with the rest of the signs moving down the body, ending with Pisces at the feet.
Consult the chart below to see which body parts are associated with which signs and dates. According to astrology, it is considered a poor time to do an activity that involves the given body part within the associated range of dates. For example, because Aries is connected to the head, it would be considered unfavorable to have an eye examination during Aries (March 21 to April 20).
Please Note: The Old Farmer’s does not give medical advice. Consult with a medical professional before making any decisions related to your health or the health of loved ones.
| Sign | Symbol | Body Part |
|---|---|---|
| Aries | ˈ | Head |
| Taurus | ˉ️ | Neck |
| Gemini | ˊ️ | Arms |
| Cancer | ˋ️ | Breast |
| Leo | ˌ️ | Heart |
| Virgo | ˍ️ | Belly |
| Libra | ˎ️ | Reins |
| Scorpio | ˏ️ | Secrets |
| Sagittarius | ː️ | Thighs |
| Capricorn | ˑ️ | Knees |
| Aquarius | ˒️ | Legs |
| Pisces | ° | Feet |
Just as in earlier times, readers today use our astrological tables to determine the timing of various events. The astrological Best Days (to do things) advice continues to be one of the most popular features and traditional practices of the , as do the dates of Mercury Retrograde.
Catherine Boeckmann
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I am having some teeth pull on October 4 is that a good time
I am to have knee replacement on July 19,2023. My sign is Scorpio, is this a good time to be having the surgery done?
It is recommended by my doctor that I have a colonoscopy and upper GI in the last part of Oct. 2022 through first part of November2022. I am a Pisces. What would be the best date to schedule procedure.
I have to have surgery in the female (have a prolapse) bowel area soon. Sometime late September or October or November. I'm a Leo. So when is the best time to have the surgery. For least amount of bleeding / swelling / bruising. Thank you
I am scheduled for shoulder surgery in May 2022 I am a Gemini, is that a good time or not.
Please note that The Old Farmer’s can NOT give medical advice related to best days for surgery or dentistry, so we will no longer be answering those questions. Please speak to your healthcare provider.
However, if you are looking for our “Best Days by the Moon” for certain activities, please see our Best Days Calendar here.
I am scheduled for rotator cuff surgery on December 21st, 2020. I am an Aquarius (2/16)... Is that a good dat for surgery?
Yes, it is! Although I am not an astrologer myself, and there are several ways to interpret medical astrology, here is my understanding: The shoulder and arms (and therefore, I’m thinking, the rotator cuff) is associated usually with Gemini. So, according to some astrological interpretations, you want to avoid when the Moon is in Gemini. Also, you should avoid when the Moon is a few days around full, as some people say that bleeding may be a little worse then and things might take a little longer to heal. So, on December 21, 2020, the Moon is in Pisces (this information is found on page 225 of the 2020 and 2021 Old Farmer’s s), which is a few signs away from Gemini, so that looks to be a good time, according to this interpretation. The full Moon will be on December 29, about a week away, so that also looks good. Looks like you should be all set, astrologically! Best wishes for a successful surgery and quick recovery!
Oh thank you for this explanation. My daddy always went by this girl every surgery he and mom had. I wished I’d listened a bit closer but I was sure he’d said you did not want the sign to be in the part of the body you were having surgery. This was so helpful! Thanks again.
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