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Yaoyan EXB5

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Location

Point codeEXB5
Meridian
LocationIn the lumbar region, at the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra, in the depression about 3.5 cun lateral.

3D location is not available for this point.

Traditionally recorded associations

low back painirregular menstruationleukorrheaconsumptive diseasewasting thirst

Traditional application notes

Application notes pending review.

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