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Baihuan Shu BL30

Bladder Meridian (Foot Taiyang)

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Location

Point codeBL30
MeridianBladder Meridian (Foot Taiyang)
LocationSacral region, above Zhonglü Shu, lateral to the first posterior sacral foramen

Traditionally recorded associations

enuresishernia painleukorrheairregular menstruationdifficulty urinatingaversion to coldlow back painconstipationtenesmusRectal prolapse

Traditional application notes

TechniquePress and knead with the pad of the thumb
Duration3-5 minutes
DirectionFrom top to bottom or in a circular motion
ForceModerate to moderately heavy
TipsPress and knead or rub back and forth with the heel of the palm from top to bottom; Can be combined with rubbing the palms warm and placing them warmly over the lower back; Lower back health care can be combined with the Baduanjin exercise "hands holding the feet to strengthen the kidneys and lower back"

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

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
  2. NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov