Jingming BL1
Bladder Meridian (Foot Taiyang)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | BL1 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Bladder Meridian (Foot Taiyang) |
| Location | On the face, 0.1 cun above the inner canthus, in the depression at the medial wall of the orbit |
Traditionally recorded associations
red eyeseye paineye swellingitching of the canthuslacrimationnight blindnesscolor blindnessblurred vision
Traditional application notes
| Technique | press lightly with the tip of the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 minute |
| Direction | Press vertically and gently |
| Force | Very gentle |
| Tips | At the inner canthus of the eye, the force must be extremely light; Do not press heavily to avoid injuring the eyeball |
| Technique | Gentle moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5-10 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | Moxibustion on the head and face should not last too long; pay attention to temperature control; Use local warmth and comfort as the standard; avoid scalding; Scarring moxibustion should not be used on the face |
Frequently asked
Where is it located?
3 cun below ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior tibial crest, per WHO standard.
Can I press it myself?
This site is an educational reference. Apply under a licensed practitioner; do not self-needle.
Sources & references
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
- NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov