Bladder Pts

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Notes on the Point Information Provided HereThe banner heading for each acupuncture point derives from Ellis A. et al (1989) Grasping

the Wind. This includes the point number, pinyin name with tones, Chinese characters, andEnglish translation/ interpretation of the characters. These have been cross-checked with manyof the other references listed earlier on this web page, such as Ellis et al (1988), Wiseman &Boss (1990), Wiseman & Feng (1998), Zhang (1990), Shandong (1982), Rogers (1981), Ross(1995), OConnor & Bensky (1981), Ming et al (1997), Maciocia (1989b), Cheng (1987), andSouli de Morant (1994).

Point order is the same as that given in the Meridian information in other papers. Intersectingpoints on other Channels are included together with the nominal points belonging to a Channel.

The language used to describe each point location has been revised and sometimes rewritten.This has been done to ensure precision and clarity, and also ensure that the terminology used isboth consistent and accurate in terms of modern anatomical landmarks/ language. The locationof nearby points is sometimes included to aid differential identification and location.

For each acupuncture point the remaining information is grouped into the followingcategories: Features & Categories, Functions, Indications, and Supplementary Indications. Thisreasonably comprehensive information is edited from the sources noted in References earlieron this web page, particularly from those indicated in paragraph 1. above.

The point details provided in Features & Categories are essentially the same as thoseoutlined in other papers on this web page, for example, where Meridian details are given or inlists of points with similar qualities (e.g. Luo points, Yuan points).

POINTS OF THE URINARY BLADDER FU

Location: On the face at the medial border of the orbit, in the depression 1 fen superior to theinner canthus. The patient's eye should be closed when locating and needling this point.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Small Intestine Channel of hand Tai Yang,Stomach Channel of foot Yang Ming, Yin Qiao Mai (Yin heel/motility Vessel), Yang Qiao Mai(Yang heel/motility Vessel) and Du Mai (Governing Vessel) on the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Eliminates Wind and clears Heat; opens the Channels, nourishes Water andbrightens the eyes; stops pain, itching and lacrimation.Indications: Acute and chronic conjuctivitis; myopia; hypermetropia; astigmatism; strabismus;glaucoma; redness, pain and swelling of the eye; optic nerve atrophy; optic nerve neuritis;excess lacrimation, possibly on exposure to wind; itching of the inner canthus; night blindness;colour blindness; blurred vision; early stage of cataract; pterygium; keratoleukoma; insomnia, orchronic somnolence, with Yin or Yang Qiao Mai signs and symptoms.



Supplementary Indications: Dislike of cold with headache; visual dizziness; nearsightedness; red, dry and sore eyes; polyps extending into the orbit; opacity of the cornea;obstructive membrane on the eye.

Location: On the face at the medial end of the eyebrow. The point is located in a slightdepression on the superciliary arch, superior to BL-1 (Jing Ming).Functions: Dispels Wind; soothes the Liver; brightens the eyes; removes obstructions fromthe Channel; stops pain.Indications: Headache; visual dizziness; myopia; acute conjunctivitis; keratoleukoma; excesslacrimation; pain in the superciliary ridge or supraorbital region; blurring of vision; failingvision; excess lacrimation, possibly on exposure to wind; redness, pain and swelling of the eye;'sandy' eyes; glaucoma; twitching or spasms of the eyelids; facial paralysis; trigeminalneuralgia; Wind disorders of the face.Supplementary Indications: Wind dizziness; headaches, particularly around the eyebrowsor 'behind' the eyes; painful hemorrhoids; infantile epilepsy with the eyes looking upwards;mental illness; aversion to wind and cold; stiff neck.

Location: On the superior midline of the head, 5 fen posterior to the natural anterior hairline.This is 4.5 cun anterior to DU-20 (Bai Hui). The proportional distance between DU-20 (BaiHui) and the midpoint of the natural anterior hairline is 5 cun. The proportional distancebetween the glabella (midway between the medial ends of the eyebrows) and the natural anteriorhairline is 3 cun. Five points are located lateral to DU-24 (Shen Ting) - BL-4 (Qu Cha) is 1.5cun lateral, GB-15 (Tou Lin Qi) is 2.25 cun lateral, GB-13 (Ben Shen) is 3 cun lateral, ST-8(Tou Wei) is 4.5 cun lateral, BL-3 (Mei Chong) is midway between DU-24 (Shen Ting) andBL-4 (Qu Cha).Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangand the Stomach Channel of foot Yang Ming on Du Mai.Functions: Calms the Liver and extinguishes Wind; calms the Heart and Shen.Indications: Epilepsy; seizures; fright palpitations; insomnia; headache; visual dizziness;vertigo; rhinitis; rhinal polyps; deep source nasal congestion; mucosal inflammation of themouth.



Location: On the forehead, superior and posterior to BL-2 (Zan Zhu), 5 fen within the naturalanterior hairline. The point is located approximately midway between Du-24 (Shen Ting) andBL-4 (Qu Cha), on a line connecting Du-24 (Shen Ting) and ST-8 (Tou Wei). BL-3 (MeiChong) is approximately the same distance from the midline (Du Mai) as BL-2 (Zan Zhu).Functions: Disperses Wind and clears Heat; brightens the eyes.Indications: Headache; occluded nose; dizziness; vertigo; seizures; epilepsy.Supplementary Indications: Nasal congestion; nasal obstruction; epilepsy.

Location: On the superior aspect of the head, 5 fen within the (natural) anterior hairline. Thepoint is located 1.5 cun lateral to DU-24 (Shen Ting), one third of the distance between DU-24(Shen Ting) and ST-8 (Tou Wei). This is medial to GB-15 (Tou Lin Qi), which is midwaybetween DU-24 (Shen Ting) and ST-8 (Tou Wei).GB-13 (Ben Shen) is two thirds of the distance, 3 cun, between DU-24 (Shen Ting) and ST-8(Tou Wei).Functions: Discharges Heat and opens the Portals; clears the head and brightens the eyes.Indications: Frontal headache; visual dizziness; eye pain; blurred vision; eye diseases; nasalcongestion; occluded nose; nasal obstruction; nosebleed.Supplementary Indications: Headache; body fever; vexation and fullness in the Heart;failing vision; absence of sweating; nose sores; clear, runny nasal mucus with nosebleed.

Location: On the superior aspect of the head, 5 fen within the (natural) anterior hairline. Thepoint is located lateral to DU-24 (Shen Ting), midway between DU-24 (Shen Ting) and ST-8(Tou Wei). GB-15 (Tou Lin Qi) is medial to GB-13 (Ben Shen), which is two thirds of thedistance, 3 cun, between DU-24 (Shen Ting) and ST-8 (Tou Wei). BL-4 (Qu Cha) is medial toGB-15 (Tou Lin Qi), one third of the distance, 1.5 cun, between DU-24 (Shen Ting) and ST-8(Tou Wei).Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangand Yang Wei Mai (Yang linking Vessel) on the Gall Bladder Channel.Functions: Clears the Shen and brightens the eyes; frees the nose; balances the emotions.



Indications: Headache; visual dizziness; vertigo; lacrimation upon exposure to wind; pain inthe outer canthus; acute and chronic conjunctivitis; nebula; nasal congestion; occluded nose;epilepsy; coma with stroke; moodiness, particularly alternating elation and depression.

Location: On the superior aspect of the head, 5 fen directly posterior to BL-4 (Qu Cha). Thisis 1 cun posterior to the natural anterior hairline, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai. It is lateral to DU-23(Shang Xing).Functions: Clears and discharges Wind Heat; resolves Interior Wind; clears the head andbrightens the eyes; restores consciousness.Indications: Headache; visual dizziness; blurred vision; vertigo; rhinitis; seizures; epilepsy;childhood convulsions; Wind stroke.Supplementary Indications: Heaviness of the head; clonic spasm; opisthotonos; Wind Bi.

Location: On the superior aspect of the head, 1.5 cun directly posterior to BL-5 (Wu Chu).The point is located 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai, 2.5 cun posterior to the natural anterior hairline.Functions: Clears Heat and eliminates vexation; brightens the eyes and opens the Portals.Indications: Headache; visual dizziness; blurred vision; vertigo; pannus; rhinitis; nasalcongestion; nasal obstruction; common cold.Supplementary Indications: Absence of sweating in Heat diseases; vomiting; vexation;loss of smell; nasal congestion with copious nasal mucus; blurred vision; Wind dizziness;wryness of the mouth.

Location: On the superior aspect of the head, 1.5 cun directly posterior to BL-6 (ChengGuang). The point is located 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai, 4 cun posterior to the natural anteriorhairline. This is lateral and slightly anterior to Du-20 (Bai Hui).Functions: Disperses Wind and resolves the Exterior; frees the nose; brightens the eyes;stops convulsions and opens the orifices.



Indications: (Severe) headache; dizziness; vertigo; nasal congestion; nosebleed; rhinitis;sinusitis; deep-source nasal congestion; nasal obstruction; eye disorders; facial paralysis;hemiplegia; convulsions.Supplementary Indications: Nose sores; nasal polyps; hemilateral Wind; wryness of themouth; stiff neck; dyspnea; loss of smell; congested runny nose; pain and heaviness at thevertex.

Location: On the vertex of the head, in the midline, 5 cun posterior to the natural anteriorhairline. The proportional distance between the midpoints of the anterior and posterior hairlineis 12 cun. DU-20 (Bai Hui) is located 1 cun anterior to the midpoint of this mid-sagittal line. Itis also located at the midpoint of a line (coronal plane) drawn between the apex of each ear.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangand the Liver Channel of foot Jue Yin on Du Mai. Meeting point of all Yang Channels. Point ofthe Sea of Marrow (DU-16, DU-20).Functions: Extinguishes Liver Wind and subdues Liver Yang; eliminates Interior Wind; clearsthe mind and calms the Shen; returns consciousness; lifts fallen Yang Qi and stabilizesascending Yang; discharges blazing Heat in the Yang Channels.Indications: Mania and withdrawal; Wind strike; stroke; headache; dizziness; shock;hypertension; insomnia; tinnitus; visual dizziness; nasal congestion; prolapse of the rectum oranus.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the head, anterior and superior to the auricle. The point islocated approximately 7 fen (one finger breadth) directly anterior to SJ-20 (Jiao Sun). This is atthe junction of a horizontal line level with the apex of the auricle, and a vertical line at theanterior border of ear.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon the Gall Bladder Channel.Functions: Clears Heat and disperses swelling; extinguishes Wind and relieves pain.Indications: Pain in the temporal region; migraine headache; trigeminal neuralgia; swelling ofthe cheek and submandibular region; clenched jaws; spasms of temporalis muscle.



Location: On the lateral aspect of the head, within the hairline, 1.5 cun directly superior to theapex of the auricle (superior to SJ-20, Jiao Sun).Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon the Gall Bladder Channel.Functions: Eliminates Wind and quickens the Connecting Vessels; removes obstructions fromthe Channel; settles tetany and relieves pain; benefits the ears.Indications: Unilateral headache; migraine headache; dizziness; vertigo; eye diseases; tinnitus;deafness.

Location: On the lateral posterior aspect of the head, one third of the distance along a slightlycurved line drawn between GB-9 (Tian Chong) and GB-12 (Wan Gu). GB-9 (Tian Chong) islocated 5 fen directly posterior to GB-8 (Shuai Gu). GB-12 (Wan Gu) is located in thedepression posterior and inferior to the mastoid process.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon the Gall Bladder Channel.Functions: Benefits and frees the Liver and Gall Bladder; dissipates Wind and frees theConnecting Vessels.Indications: Headache; tinnitus; deafness; toothache; bronchitis.

Location: On the lateral posterior aspect of the head, two thirds of the distance along a slightlycurved line drawn between GB-9 (Tian Chong) and GB-12 (Wan Gu). GB-9 (Tian Chong) islocated 5 fen directly posterior to GB-8 (Shuai Gu). GB-12 (Wan Gu) is located in thedepression posterior and inferior to the mastoid process.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon the Gall Bladder Channel.Functions: Clears Heat and releases Gall Bladder Channel Damp Heat; benefits the ears andfrees the throat.Indications: Headache and pain in the neck; stiff neck; ear pain; deafness; tinnitus; bronchitis;laryngitis; goitre; pain in the chest.



Location: On the lateral, posterior and proximal aspect of the neck, in the depressionimmediately posterior and inferior to the mastoid process of the temporal bone.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon the Gall Bladder Channel.Functions: Rouses the brain and opens the Portals; eliminates Wind and clears Heat;dissipates rising rebellious Qi and settles spasms; calms the Shen.Indications: Headache; insomnia; pain and stiffness in the neck; swelling of the cheek or face;otitis media; parotitis; toothache; wryness of the eyes and mouth; facial paralysis; epilepsy;seizures; migraine headache.

Location: On the superior aspect of the head, 1.5 cun directly posterior to BL-7 (Tong Tian).The point is located 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai, 5.5 cun posterior to the natural anterior hairline.This is lateral and posterior to Du-20 (Bai Hui).Functions: Dissipates Wind and clears Heat; clears the head and brightens the eyes.Indications: Dizziness; vertigo; facial paralysis; blurred vision; tinnitus; rhinitis; goitre; maniaand withdrawal; vomiting.Supplementary Indications: Nasal congestion; clonic spasm; manic movement; retchingand vomiting.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the head, 1.3 cun lateral to the superior border of theexternal occipital protuberance. The point is lateral to DU-17 (Nao Hu), which is 2.5 cunsuperior to the posterior hairline. GB-19 (Nao Kong) is located on the same level (sametransverse plane), 1.5 cun directly superior to GB-20 (Feng Chi).Functions: Dispels Wind and quickens the Connecting Vessels; frees the Portals andbrightens the eyes.Indications: Headache; neck pain; eye pain; dizziness; vertigo; myopia; nasal congestion;nasal obstruction.



Supplementary Indications: Insufferable Wind headache; dizzy or heavy head; upturnedeyes; blurred vision; pain and reddening of the eyes; nasal congestion and sore pharynx; stiffneck; aversion to cold; absence of sweating in Heat diseases.

Location: On the midline of the posterior head, 2.5 cun superior to the hairline, at the superiorborder of the external occipital protuberance. This is 1.5 cun superior to DU-16 (Feng Fu). Thepoint is located approximately 2 fen superior to one third of the distance between the midpointof the posterior hairline and DU-20 (Bai Hui). The proportional distance between theselandmarks is 7 cun. The proportional distance between the midpoints of the anterior andposterior hairline is 12 cun. BL-9 (Yu Zhen) is located 1.3 cun lateral to DU-17 (Nao Hu).Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon Du Mai.Functions: Dispels Wind and clears Heat; disperses swelling and settles tetany; benefits thebrain and opens the Portals.Indications: Epilepsy; seizures; dizziness; headache; insomnia; pain and stiffness of the neck.

Location: On the posterior superior aspect of the neck, 1.3 cun lateral to DU-15 (Ya Men).The point is located in the lateral fibres of trapezius muscle, or deeper, semispinalis capitusmuscle. DU-15 (Ya Men) is in the midline, 5 fen superior to the posterior hairline, in thedepression immediately superior to the spinous process of the 2nd cervical vertebra (axis).Features & Categories: Point of the Sea of Qi (BL-10, ST-9, DU-15, DU-14, REN-17).Window of the Sky point.Functions: Eliminates Wind and disperses Cold; soothes the Sinews and quickens theConnecting Vessels; clears the brain and brightens the eyes; relieves pain; opens the orifices;removes obstructions from the Channel; benefits the lower back.Indications: (Occipital) headache; stiff neck; nasal congestion; nasal obstruction; sore throat;shoulder and back pain; eye diseases generally; stiffness or soreness in the back of the neck;acute lower back pain; pharyngitis; hysteria; neurasthenia; poor memory and concentration.Supplementary Indications: Dizzy, painful or heavy head; nearsightedness; blurred visionwith red or painful eyes; excess lacrimation; eyes fit to burst from their sockets; pain in thevertex as if the top of the head were being prised off; nasal congestion and pharyngeal swelling;stiff neck; aversion to cold; absence of sweating in Heat diseases; seizures; child epilepsy; otherforms of epilepsy.



Location: On the posterior midline between the spinous processes of the 7th cervical and the1st thoracic vertebrae, approximately at the level of the shoulder. Flexion and rotation of theneck may facilitate location, and help differentiate between the spinous processes of vertebraeC6, C7, T1. SI-15 (Jian Zhong Shu) is located 2 cun lateral to DU-14 (Da Zhui).Features & Categories: Intersection point of all six primary Yang Channels on Du Mai.Point of the Sea of Qi (BL-10, ST-9, DU-15, DU-14, REN-17).Functions: Relieves Exterior conditions and supports Yang; expels Wind; frees Yang Qi ofthe whole body; clears the Heart and calms the Shen; clears Lung Heat and regulates Qi.Indications: Heat diseases; fever; heat stroke; malaria; common cold; tidal fever; cough;dyspnea; bronchitis; asthma; tuberculosis; emphysema; hepatitis; blood diseases; eczema;hemiplegia; stiffness of the neck; tension and stiffness of the spinal column; epilepsy; seizures;psychosis; pain in the posterior shoulder.

Location: On the posterior midline of the trunk in the upper thoracic region. The point islocated in the depression immediately inferior to the spinous process of the 1st thoracicvertebra. BL-11 (Da Zhu) is located 1.5 cun lateral to DU-13 (Tao Dao), SI-14 (Jian Wai Shu)is 3 cun lateral.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon Du Mai.Functions: relieves Exterior conditions; clears Lung Heat; calms the Shen; strengthensDeficiency; regulates Shao Yang.Indications: Fever; stiffness of the spinal column; headache; malaria; seizures; psychosis;tuberculosis; Heat diseases; head and neck muscle spasm.

Location: On the superior dorsal aspect of the trunk, 1.5 cun lateral to the depressionimmediately inferior to the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra (DU-13, Tao Dao). Thisis approximately 2 (middle) finger widths from DU-13 (Tao Dao). SI-14 (Jian Wai Shu) is 1.5cun lateral to BL-11 (Da Zhu), 3 cun from the posterior midline.



Features & Categories: Meeting point of the Bones; intersection point of the Small IntestineChannel of hand Tai Yang and the Gall Bladder Channel of foot Shao Yang on the UrinaryBladder Channel. Point of the Sea of Blood (BL-11, ST-37, ST-39).Functions: Dispels Wind; resolves Exterior Heat; soothes the Sinews and ConnectingVessels; regulates and strengthens the Bones and joints; nourishes Blood.Indications: Cough; fever; headache; common cold; bronchitis; pneumonia; pleurisy; pain orsoreness in the scapula or shoulder; rigidity or stiffness of the neck; pain in the neck and back;arthritis; numbness in the limbs; Deficient Blood or Ying Qi.Supplementary Indications: Headache, chills and quivering from Cold; lumbar and backpain; throat Bi; thoracic fullness and dyspnea; malaria; tidal fevers; absence of sweating in Colddamage; body fever; painful knee that cannot flex or extend; vexation and fullness withabdominal urgency; tuberculosis in the bones; stiffness along the spine; infantile convulsions.

Location: On the superior dorsal aspect of the trunk, 1.5 cun lateral to the depressionimmediately inferior to the spinous process of the 2nd thoracic vertebra. This is about 2(middle) finger widths from Du Mai. BL-41 (Fu Fen) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-12 (Feng Men), 3cun from the posterior midline.Features & Categories: Intersection point of Du Mai (Governing Vessel) on the UrinaryBladder Channel of foot Tai Yang. Special point to treat (Exterior) Wind.Functions: Eliminates Wind and benefits the Lungs dispersing function; frees the Channelsand releases the Exterior; regulates Ying Qi and Wei Qi.Indications: Common cold; sneezing; chills; bronchitis; pneumonia; pleurisy; asthma; Winddamage; chronic rhinitis; cough; fever; headache; stiff neck; pain in the back and lumbar;urticaria; shoulder sprain; disorders of the back generally. Frequently used for acupunctureanesthesia in head/brain surgery.Supplementary Indications: Wind dizziness and headache; nasal congestion and runnynose; heavy eyes; sneezing; cough due to Cold; counterflow Qi retching; belching; vomiting;pain in the back and chest; Heat in the chest; inflamed skin on the back; jaundice.

Location: Between the scapulae on the posterior superior aspect of the trunk, 1.5 cun lateral toDu Mai point DU-12 (Shen Zhu). DU-12 (Shen Zhu) is located on the posterior midline in thedepression immediately inferior to the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra. BL-42 (PoHu) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-13 (Fei Shu), 3 cun from the posterior midline.



Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Lung Zang.Functions: Regulates and tonifies Lung Qi, stimulating dispersing and descending functions;supplements Deficiency; clears Deficient Heat; reduces fever and stops cough; harmonizes YingQi and Blood; regulates Ying Qi and Wei Qi.Indications: Cough; common cold; nasal obstruction; asthma; breathlessness; bronchitis;pneumonia; pain in the chest; pulmonary tuberculosis; coughing or spitting blood; fever;restessness; spontaneous sweating; Deficient Yin tidal fever; night sweating; afternoon malarflush; disorders of the back generally.Supplementary Indications: Pulmonary atony; tuberculosis; thoracic fullness and Qiascent; cough and dyspnea; wheezing cough; tension and stiffness in the back; fullness in thechest and lateral costal region; no pleasure in eating; absence of sweating; throat Bi; persistentcough in children; Heat sensation in the Bones; goitre; convulsions; mental illness.

Location: Between the scapulae on the posterior aspect of the trunk, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai.The point is located 1.5 cun lateral to the depression immediately inferior to the spinous processof the 4th thoracic vertebra. BL-43 (Gao Huang Shu) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-14 (Jue Yin Shu),3 cun from the posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Pericardium Zang.Functions: Frees the Channels and quickens the Connecting Vessels; soothes the Pericardiumand Liver and rectifies Qi; regulates the Heart.Indications: Cough; palpitations; cardiac pain; chest pain; angina pectoris; rheumatic heartdisease; coronary heart disease; arrythmias; tachycardia; Heart diseases generally; neurasthenia;thoracic oppression; stuffy chest; intercostal neuralgia; vomiting; insomnia; epilepsy; mentaldisorder.Supplementary Indications: Qi accumulation pain in the chest and diaphragm; toothache;vomiting due to rebellious Qi.

Location: Between the scapulae on the posterior aspect of the trunk, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Maipoint DU-11 (Shen Dao). DU-11 (Shen Dao) is located on the midline in the depressionimmediately inferior to the spinous process of 5th thoracic vertebra. BL-44 (Shen Tang) is 1.5cun lateral to BL-15 (Xin Shu), 3 cun from the posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Heart Zang.



Functions: Stabilizes and nourishes the Heart and calms the Shen; clears Heat; opens the chestand regulates Qi; regulates Blood; stimulates the brain.Indications: Neurasthenia; intercostal neuralgia; angina pectoris; rheumatic heart disease;epilepsy; distress; palpitations; atrial fibrillation; tachycardia; arrhythmias; Heart disordersgenerally; absent mindedness; vexation; cough; coughing or spitting blood; depression;psychosis; seizures; panic; nervous anxiety; insomnia; hysteria; childhood mental retardation.Supplementary Indications: Fever and chills; cardiac pain; chest pain; vexation andoppression in the Heart and chest; coughing blood; retching, vomiting and difficult ingestion;vomiting without eating; mania, withdrawal and epilepsy; Heat in the palms and soles; tidalfevers; night sweats; nocturnal seminal emission and white turbid urethral discharge; poormemory; shortness of breath; clear, runny nasal mucus; eye pain and excess lacrimation; notspeaking for years.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the trunk, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-10 (LingTai). DU-10 (Ling Tai) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to thespinous process of 6th thoracic vertebra. BL-45 (Yi Xi) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-16 (Du Shu), 3cun from the posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of Du Mai (GoverningVessel).Functions: Opens the chest and rectifies Qi; regulates flow through the San Jiao; regulates theHeart; invigorates Blood.Indications: Cardiac pain; chest pain; endocarditis; pericarditis; spasm of the diaphragm;abdominal pain; intestinal noises; mastitis; pruritis; psoriasis; alopecia.Supplementary Indications: Thunderous rumbling of the intestines; counterflow ofrebellious Qi.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the trunk, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-9 (ZhiYang). DU-9 (Zhi Yang) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to thespinous process of 7th thoracic vertebra. BL-46 (Ge Guan) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-17 (GeShu), 3 cun from the posterior midline.Features & Categories: Meeting point of the Blood; back Associated-Shu, Transportingpoint of the Diaphragm.



Functions: Regulates Blood and transforms Stagnant Blood; nourishes and invigorates Blood;clears Blood Heat; strengthens Deficient conditions; harmonizes Stomach Qi; opens the chestand diaphragm; calms the Shen.Indications: Vomiting; hiccough; spasm of the diaphragm; difficult ingestion; esophagealconstriction; spasm of the esophagus; pain or stuffiness of the chest; nausea; nervous vomiting;belching; epigastric distension; asthma; cough; coughing or spitting blood; pulmonarytuberculosis; tidal fever; afternoon malar flush; night sweating; anemia; (chronic) hemorrhagedisorders; urticaria; measles; tuberculosis of the lymph glands; acute infection of the bile tract.Supplementary Indications: Back pain and stiffness of the spine; vomiting of food eatenthe previous day; abdominal pain, distension or lumps; Yin Deficient night sweats; tidal fever;fever without sweating; Heat sensation in the Bones; generalized Bi; all Blood Patterns;evacuation difficulty; mania and withdrawal; lassitude; hypersomnia.

Location: On the posterior trunk 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-8 (Jin Suo). DU-8 (JinSuo) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to the spinous process of9th thoracic vertebra. BL-47 (Hun Men) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-18 (Gan Shu), 3 cun lateral tothe posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Liver Zang.Functions: Benefits the Liver and Gall Bladder; supplements Ying Qi and Blood; dispersesStagnation and eliminates Wind; dispels Damp Heat; stabilizes the Shen and brightens the eyes.Indications: Jaundice; chronic and acute hepatitis; cholecystitis; diseases of the liver and gallbladder; pain or distension in the lateral costal and hypochondriac region; nausea; regurgitation;coughing or spitting blood; nosebleed; red, painful or swollen eyes; visual dizziness; blurredvision; night blindness; glaucoma; 'sandy' eyes; eye diseases generally; Stomach diseases; painin the spine or back; intercostal neuralgia; neurasthenia; irregular menstruation; mania andwithdrawal; mental disorders; epilepsy.Supplementary Indications: Painful accumulations, gatherings or focal distension of thechest or abdomen; cough causing acute pain in the chest and lateral costal region; nosebleed;lower abdominal pain; shortness of breath.

Location: On the posterior trunk 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-7 (Zhong Shu). DU-7(Zhong Shu) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to the spinousprocess of 10th thoracic vertebra. BL-48 (Yang Gang) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-19 (Dan Shu), 3cun lateral to the posterior midline.



Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Gall Bladder Fu.Functions: Clears and drains Heat from the Liver and Gall Bladder; clears Gall Bladder Fire;resolves Damp Heat; harmonizes the Stomach; relaxes the diaphragm and regulates Qi;brightens the eyes.Indications: Jaundice; hepatitis; cholecystitis; gastritis; bitter taste in the mouth; pain orsoreness in the chest and lateral costal (hypochondriac) region; abdominal distension; hiccough;belching; nausea; vomiting; tidal fever; afternoon malar flush; pulmonary tuberculosis;tuberculosis of the lymph glands; fever and sweating due to tuberculosis; sciatica; disorders ofthe back.Supplementary Indications: Dry retching; pain in the throat; difficult ingestion; irascibility;headache, chills and quivering from Cold; yellowing of the eyes; Yin Deficient fever; Heatsensation in the Bones; Deficient conditions; semen in the urine; axillary swelling; swelling ofaxillary lymph glands; fullness in the chest and lateral costal region that prevents turning;shortness of breath; round worm in the bile duct.

Location: On the posterior trunk 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-6 (Ji Zhong). DU-6 (JiZhong) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to the spinous processof 11th thoracic vertebra. BL-49 (Yi She) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-20 (Pi Shu), 3 cun from theposterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Spleen Zang.Functions: Tonifies Earth and eliminates Damp; regulates the Spleen, supporting itstransportation and transformation functions; nourishes and harmonizes Blood and Ying Qi.Indications: Abdominal distension; epigastric pain; jaundice; indigestion; vomiting; nervousvomiting; tiredness; loose stools; diarrhea; dysentery; blood in the stools; gastritis; gastriculcers; lack of appetite; untransformed digestate; prolapsed stomach; hepatitis; enteritis; edema;anorexia; back pain; anemia; enlargement of liver or spleen; (chronic) hemorrhage diseases;profuse menstrual bleeding; prolapsed uterus; urticaria; weakness of the limbs; chronicweakness or exhaustion; Damp and Phlegm Patterns; disorders of the Stomach and Spleen.Supplementary Indications: Jaundice; pain and distension in the lateral costal region andabdomen; severe pain in the chest and lateral costal region; cough and vomiting; esophagealconstriction inhibiting swallowing; accumulations, gatherings, lumps and focal distension of thechest or abdomen; lassitude or prostrate exhaustion; thinness despite large food intake; or nopleasure in eating; abdominal 'drum' distension; (chronic) infantile convulsions; Phlegmpatterns; muscle spasms; fever and chills.



Location: On the posterior trunk 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai. The point is located lateral to thedepression immediately inferior to the spinous process of 12th thoracic vertebra. BL-50 (WeiCang) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-21 (Wei Shu), 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Stomach Fu.Functions: Regulates the middle Jiao; harmonizes and tonifies the Stomach; transforms Dampand disperses Stagnation; supports Zhong Qi and eliminates Deficiency; relieves food retention.Indications: Pain in the chest and lateral costal (hypochondriac) region; pain in the stomachregion; stomach ache; gastritis; stomach distension; prolapsed stomach; ulcer; pancreatitis;hepatitis; enteritis; abdominal distension; indigestion; gastric reflux; regurgitation; belching;nausea; vomiting; hiccough; rumbling intestines; untransformed digestate in stools; (chronic)diarrhoea; loss of appetite; anorexia; insomnia; pain along the spine; disorders of the Stomachand Spleen.Supplementary Indications: Cold Stomach with pain; abdominal distension and rumblingintestines; diarrhea; edema and abdominal 'drum' distension; marked emaciation; tension andpain in the back; hypertonicity of the Sinews; difficult ingestion or swallowing; prolapse of therectum; accumulation lumps persisting for many years; no pleasure in eating; jaundice; infantvomiting milk.

Location: On the posterior trunk in the lumbar region, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-5(Xuan Shu). DU-5 (Xuan Shu) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferiorto the spinous process of 1st lumbar vertebra. BL-51 (Huang Men) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-22(San Jiao Shu), 3 cun from the posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the San Jiao Fu.Functions: Regulates the transforming function of Qi and eliminates Damp; opens the Waterpassages; regulates the lower Jiao.Indications: Abdominal distension; rumbling intestines; indigestion; gastritis; enteritis;untransformed digestate in stool; vomiting; diarrhea or dysentery; edema; ascites; edema of thelower limbs; pain and stiffness of the lumbar region; nephritis; urinary retention; painfulurination; urinary tract infection; enuresis; neurasthenia; all Damp Patterns of the lower Jiao.Supplementary Indications: Visual dizziness; headache; body fever; jaundice; indigestion;difficult ingestion; alternating fever and chills; large accumulations, gatherings, lumps and focaldistension in the lower abdomen.



Location: On the posterior trunk in the lumbar region, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-4(Ming Men). DU-4 (Ming Men) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferiorto the spinous process of 2nd lumbar vertebra. BL-52 (Zhi Shi) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-23(Shen Shu), 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Kidney Zang.Functions: Regulates and tonifies the Kidneys; nourishes Jing; strengthens the transformingaction of Qi; resolves Damp; strengthens the lumbar and spine; nourishes Blood; benefits Bonesand Marrow; tonifies Water and invigorates Fire; brightens the eyes and benefits hearing.Indications: Nocturnal seminal emission; impotence; infertility; lack of sexual interest;enuresis; urinary tract infection; urinary retention; dysuria; irregular menstruation; vaginaldischarge; leukorrhoea; nephritis; nephroptosis; renal colic; (chronic) low back pain orweakness, and weakness of the knees; blurred vision; tinnitus; dizziness; fatigue; deafness;edema; (chronic) asthma; anemia; alopecia; soft tissue injury to the lumbar region; (chronic)diarrhoea; sequelae of infantile paralysis; Deficient Yin or Yang of the Kidneys; poor vision; dryeyes; diminished willpower; osteoporosis; osteomalacia; osteophytes; arthritic bone deformities.Supplementary Indications: Deficiency and emaciation; Deficient Kidneys; blood in theurine; turbid urine containing semen; aching lumbar and Cold, stiff knees; fullness in the lateralcostal region; acute pain in the lower abdomen; thirst; cough, dyspnea and Deficient Qi; tidalfever; headache; genital pain; diarrhea and untransformed digestate in stool; Wind strikedeafness and paralysis of the limbs; rumbling intestines; accumulation of Cold giving rise toDeficiency in females; emaciation in females due to intercourse during menstruation; alternatingfever and chills; seizures.

Location: On the posterior inferior trunk in the lumbar region, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai. Thepoint is located lateral to the depression immediately inferior to the spinous process of 3rdlumbar vertebra.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the lumbar region.Functions: Regulates and tonifies Qi and Blood; strengthens the lumbar and knees; removesobstructions from the Channel.Indications: Lumbar pain; irregular menstruation; dysmenorrhoea; functional uterine bleeding;abdominal pain and distension; borborygmos; constipation; asthma; paralysis of the lowerlimbs.Supplementary Indications: Hemorrhoids and fistulae; chronic and acute low back pain.



Location: On the posterior trunk in the lumbar region. The point is located 1.5 cun lateral tothe depression immediately inferior to the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra. This is1.5 cun lateral to DU-3 (Yao Yang Guan). It is approximately level with the superior border ofthe iliac crest.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Large Intestine Fu.Functions: Frees and regulates the Large Intestine, Small intestine and Stomach; rectifies Qiand transforms Stagnation; benefits the lower back and knees; removes obstructions from theChannel; relieves fullness and swelling.Indications: Abdominal pain, fullness or distension; rumbling intestines; borborygmi;enteritis; diarrhea; dysentery; constipation; acute or chronic lumbar pain; low back pain orsprain; pain in the sacro-iliac joint; sciatica; muscular atrophy, pain, numbness or motorimpairment of the lower limbs; chronic disorders of the Large Intestine.Supplementary Indications: Rumbling intestines and abdominal distension; intestinal Bidiarrhea; difficult ingestion; 'cutting' pain in the umbilical region; emaciation despite large foodintake; urinary retention; constipation; gripping pain in the lower abdomen; difficult or painfuldefecation or urination.

Location: On the posterior inferior trunk in the lumbosacral region, 1.5 cun lateral to Du Mai.The point is located lateral to the depression immediately inferior to the spinous process of 5thlumbar vertebra.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the lumbar region.Functions: Frees the Channels and quickens the Connecting Vessels; eliminates Wind anddissipates Cold; regulates the lower Jiao; transforms Damp Stagnation; strengthens the lowerback and knees; removes obstructions from the Channel.Indications: Abdominal distension; diarrhea; thirst; (chronic) lumbar pain; sciatica; chronicenteritis; cystitis; anemia; diabetes; chronic peritonitis; enuresis; dysuria; frequent urination;nocturia.Supplementary Indications: Emaciation and thirst; frequent, difficult or painful urination;low back pain; concretions, conglomerations or abdominal masses with pain; abdominaldistenion due to Deficiency; enuresis; Wind conditions.



Location: On the posterior medial aspect of the iliac bone (in the superior fibres of gluteusmaximus muscle which cover this) at the level of the 1st (superior) posterior sacral foramen(BL-31, Shang Liao), 1.5 cun lateral to the midline (Du Mai).Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Small Intestine Fu.Functions: Regulates the Small Intestine, promoting separation of the clear and turbid;transforms Stagnation and accumulations; eliminates Damp and cools Heat; regulates theUrinary Bladder.Indications: Nocturnal seminal emission; hematuria; enuresis; low back pain; lowerabdominal pain and distension; borborygmi; enteritis; diarrhoea; dysentery; mucus in the stools;constipation; pain in the sacroiliac joint; leukorrhoea; diseases of the sacroiliac region; sciatica;peritonitis; pelvic inflammatory diseases; cloudy urine; dysuria; burning on urination.Supplementary Indications: Hemorrhoids; hernia; incontinence; dark-colored urine; bloodin the urine; dry mouth; emaciation and thirst; colic; vaginal discharge; swelling of the feet;vexation.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the buttocks (in gluteus maximus muscle) at the level ofthe 2nd posterior sacral foramen (BL-32, Ci Liao), 1.5 cun lateral to the midline (Du Mai). Thisis immediately inferior and lateral to the posterior superior iliac spine. BL-53 (Bao Huang) is1.5 cun lateral to BL-28 (Pang Guang Shu), 3 cun from the posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the Urinary BladderFu.Functions: Regulates the Urinary Bladder; opens the Water passages of the lower Liao;resolves Damp; benefits the lumbar; dispels Wind Damp; eliminates Stagnation, clears Heat andstops pain; supplements Yuan Qi.Indications: Urinary retention; enuresis; dysuria; urinary urgency or frequency; cloudy urine;painful or burning urination; diarrhea; constipation; weakness, stiffness or pain of the lumbo-sacral region; sciatica; diabetes; urogenital diseases generally.Supplementary Indications: Wind Patterns; Deficiency conditions; sperm in the urine; lossof sperm; incontinence; hard binds, accumulations, gatherings and lumps of the lowerabdomen; genital pain, sores or swelling; turbid urine; difficult micturition with dark-colouredurine; Cold and weakness in the knee and lower leg; abdominal fullness; evacuation difficulty;



Cold and hypertonicity of the lower leg preventing flexion and extension; Deficient Qi; femaleconglomerations and gatherings; untransformed digestate in the stool due to Spleen Deficiency.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the buttocks (in the medial fibres of gluteus maximusmuscle) at the level of the 3rd posterior sacral foramen (BL-33, Zhong Liao), 1.5 cun lateral tothe midline - Du Mai. This is inferior and lateral to the posterior superior iliac spine.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the sacral region.Functions: Strengthens the lumbar spine; warms Yang and dissipates Cold.Indications: Dysentery; enteritis; hernia; pain and stiffness of the lumbar or sacral region;sciatica.Supplementary Indications: Intestinal Cold and stiffness; thirst from Kidney Deficiency;absence of sweating; lateral costal pain; abdominal distension.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the buttocks (in medial fibres of gluteus maximus muscle)at the level of the 4th (inferior) posterior sacral foramen (BL-34, Xia Liao), 1.5 cun lateral tothe midline - Du Mai. BL-54 (Zhi Bian) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-30 (Bai Huan Shu), 3 cun fromthe posterior midline.Features & Categories: back Associated-Shu, Transporting point of the perineal region.Functions: Warms Yang and regulates menstruation; frees the Channels and rectifies thelower Jiao.Indications: Nocturnal seminal emission; enuresis; irregular menstruation; vaginal discharge;leukorrhoea; endometritis; painful hernia; pain in the lower back and hip joint; pain in thelumbo-sacral area; Cold and pain of the lower back; dysuria; constipation; tenesmus; rectal oranal prolapse; sciatica; disorders of the anus; faecal incontinence; sequelae of infantile paralysis;chronic inflammation of pelvic organs.Supplementary Indications: Difficult or painful urination or defecation; urinary retention;constipation; colic; Deficient Heat Stagnation; acute pain in the lumbar region; debility of thelower limb; excess uterine bleeding.



Location: On the posterior sacrum, approximately midway between the upper border of theposterior superior iliac spine and Du Mai (the posterior midline). The point is located in the 1st(superior) posterior sacral foramen. BL-27 (Xiao Chang Shu) is lateral to this point, 1.5 cunlateral to the posterior midline.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Gall Bladder Channel of foot Shao Yangon the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Frees the Channels and quickens the Connecting Vessels; regulates the lower Jiao;strengthens the lumbar and lower limbs; nourishes the Kidneys.Indications: Diseases of the lumbo-sacral joint; lumbar pain or weakness; sciatica; lowerabdominal pain; irregular or painful menstruation; vaginal protrusion; uterine prolapse; vaginaldischarge; leukorrhoea; infertility; orchitis; impotence; nocturnal seminal emission; prostatitis;peritonitis; difficult or painful defecation or urination; constipation; dysuria; prolapse of anus;induction of labour; paralysis of lower limb; seqelae of infantile paralysis.Supplementary Indications: Genital itch; red and white vaginal discharge; turbid urine;retching due to rebellious Qi; nosebleed; infertility; malarial fever and chills.

Location: On the posterior sacrum, in the 2nd posterior sacral foramen. This is slightlyinferior and medial to the posterior superior iliac spine. BL-28 (Pang Guang Shu) is on thesame level as BL-32 (Ci Liao), 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline (Du Mai). BL-53 (BaoHuang) is also on the same level, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai.Functions: Frees the Channels and rectifies Qi; quickens the Blood and relieves pain;regulates menstruation and treats vaginal discharge; regulates the lower Jiao; strengthens thelumbar and lower limbs.Indications: Lumbar pain or weakness; irregular or painful menstruation; uterine prolapse;dysmenorrhoea; vaginal discharge; leukorrhoea; induction of labour; infertility; hernia; diseasesof the lumbo-sacral region; sciatica; loss of locomotive ability of lower limbs; paralysis of lowerlimb; peritonitis; lower abdominal pain; enuresis; dysuria; orchitis; impotence; nocturnal seminalemission; prostatitis; prolapse of anus; sequelae of infantile paralysis; muscular atrophy, pain,numbness or motor impairment of the lower limbs.Supplementary Indications: Turbid urine; reduced sensitivity from the lumbar to the feet;rumbling intestines and diarrhea; hardness and distension below the heart.



Location: On the posterior sacrum, in the 3rd posterior sacral foramen. BL-29 (Zhong LuShu) is on the same level as BL-33 (Zhong Liao), 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline (DuMai).Functions: Frees the Channels and quickens the Blood; dissipates Cold and relieves pain;regulates menstruation and treats vaginal discharge; regulates the lower Jiao; strengthens thelumbar and lower limbs.Indications: Irregular or painful menstruation; vaginal discharge; leukorrhoea; lowerabdominal pain; induction of labour; lumbar pain or weakness; diseases of the lumbo-sacralregion; sciatica; urinary retention; constipation; diarrhoea; paralysis of lower limb; peritonitis;orchitis; dysuria; impotence; nocturnal seminal emission; prolapse of anus; sequelae of infantileparalysis; disorders of the Urinary Bladder.Supplementary Indications: Red and white vaginal discharge; turbid urine; abdominaldistension and diarrhea; diarrhea; Deficient conditions and emotional imbalance.

Location: On the posterior sacrum, in the 4th (inferior) posterior sacral foramen. BL-30 (BaiHuan Shu) is on the same level as BL-34 (Xia Liao), 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline (DuMai). BL-54 (Zhi Bian) is also on the same level, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Gall Bladder Channel of foot Shao Yangon the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Frees the stools and urine; frees the Channels and relieves pain; regulates thelower Jiao; strengthens the lumbar and lower limbs.Indications: Lower abdominal pain; irregular or painful menstruation; leukorrhoea;constipation; urinary retention; lumbar pain; peritonitis; orchitis; dysuria; impotence; nocturnalseminal emission; prolapse of anus; sequelae of infantile paralysis; disorders of the UrinaryBladder.Supplementary Indications: Rumbling intestines; diarrhea; evacuation of blood with thestool; vaginal discharge; leukhorrhoea; Cold hernia; pain and itching in the genitals.



Location: At the inferior end of the vertebral column, 5 fen lateral to the caudal tip of thecoccyx. This is 5 fen lateral to Du Mai.Functions: Clears and discharges Damp Heat in the lower Jiao.Indications: Vaginal discharge; leukorrhoea; impotence; enteritis; dysentery; blood in thestools or urine; hemorrhoids; diarrhea; gynaecological disorders.Supplementary Indications: Menstrual lumbar pain; painful Cold and stiffness in theabdomen; intestinal Bi; genital sweating; leg pain.

Location: On the posterior proximal thigh, at the midpoint of the transverse gluteal fold. Thepoint is best located with the patient prone. Deep needling may reach the ischial tuberosity.Functions: Soothes the Sinews and quickens the Connecting Vessels.Indications: Hemorrhoids; pain in lumbar, sacral, gluteal and femoral regions; sciatica;paralysis of the lower limbs; constipation; painful urination; muscular atrophy, pain, numbnessor motor impairment of the lower limb.Supplementary Indications: Chronic hemorrhoids, with swelling of the buttocks; low backpain radiating down the back of the thigh; urinary retention; genital pain; difficulty withdefecation.

Location: On the posterior thigh, 6 cun inferior to the midpoint of the transverse gluteal fold(BL-36, Cheng Fu) on a line to BL-40 (Wei Zhong). The proportional distance between thesepoints is 14 cun. BL-37 (Yin Men) is located 1 cun proximal to the midpoint between BL-36(Cheng Fu) and BL-40 (Wei Zhong). On a thigh with good muscle definition a depression maybe found between the medial and lateral hamstring muscles.Functions: Strengthens the lumbar spine; soothes the Sinews and quickens the ConnectingVessels; relieves pain.Indications: Pain in the lumbar and posterior thigh; pain in the lower back; herniated disc;sciatica; loss of locomotive ability of the lower limbs; paralysis; occipital headache; hemiplegia;muscular atrophy, pain, numbness or motor impairment of the lower limb.



Supplementary Indications: Diarrhea with blood in the stool; swelling or distension of thelateral thigh; low back pain inhibiting flexion and extension.

Location: Posterior to the knee on the lateral border of the popliteal fossa. The point is located1 cun directly superior to BL-39 (Wei Yang), and medial to the tendon of biceps femorismuscle. Locate with the knee slightly flexed.Functions: Soothes the Sinews and quickens the Connecting Vessels; quickens the Blood andrelieves pain; clears and frees the lower Jiao.Indications: Acute gastroenteritis; cystitis; constipation; numbness of the gluteal and femoralregions; hypertonicity of popliteal Sinews; paralysis of lateral aspect of lower limb.Supplementary Indications: Small Intestine Heat; Large Intestine Stagnation; tension in thelateral thigh.

Location: Posterior to the knee at the lateral end of the transverse popliteal crease. The point islocated immediately medial to the tendon of biceps femoris muscle. This is lateral to BL-40(Wei Zhong). KID-10 (Yin Gu) is at the medial end of the transverse popliteal crease. Locatewith the knee slightly flexed.Features & Categories: lower Sea, Uniting-He point of the San Jiao Channel; Intersectionpoint of the San Jiao Channel of hand Shao Yang on the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Benefits the San Jiao and regulates the Water passages; stimulates thetransformation and excretion of Fluids in the lower Jiao; frees the Channels, quickens theConnecting Vessels and relieves pain; benefits the Urinary Bladder.Indications: Stiffness and pain of the lumbar; lower abdominal distension and fullness;urinary retention; enuresis; constipation; cystitis; edema; edema of the ankles; dysuria; burningon urination; urinary incontinence; nephritis; pain and hypertonicity (cramp) of the leg and foot;spasm of (lateral head of) gastrocnemius muscle; chyle in the urine.Supplementary Indications: Axillary swelling; hemorrhoids; hypertonicity of the knee.

Location: Posterior to the knee at the midpoint of the transverse popliteal crease. The point islocated midway between the tendon of biceps femoris muscle laterally, and the tendons of



semitendinosus and semimembranosus muscles medially. This is midway between BL-39 (WeiYang) and KID-10 (Yin Gu). These points are readily located with the knee slightly flexed.Features & Categories: Earth, Sea, Uniting-He point of the Urinary Bladder Channel.Regional Command point of the lumbar region and back. A Heavenly Star point of Ma Dan-Yang.Functions: Clears the Blood and drains Heat; cools Blood and eliminates Blood Stagnation;soothes the Sinews and frees the Connecting Vessels; dispels Wind Damp; benefits the lumbarand knees; removes obstructions from the Channel.Indications: Heat exhaustion; (acute) lumbar pain or stiffness; sciatica; inhibited movement ofthe hip joint; hypertonicity or contracture of the popliteal Sinews; arthritis of the knee; loss oflocomotive ability of the lower limbs; paralysis of the lower limb; spasm of gastrocnemiusmuscle; general disorders of the knee; hemiplegia; acute gastroenteritis; abdominal pain;vomiting and diarrhea; nocturnal seminal emission; impotence; dysuria; burning on urination;fever; delerium; red skin rash; muscular atrophy, pain, numbness or motor impairment of thelower limb.Supplementary Indications: Absence of sweating in Heat disease; chronic nosebleed; YinDeficiency and night sweating; Wind Damp loss of locomotive ability; cholera with grippingcardio-abdominal pain; skin Heat lesions; carbuncle; aching among the lower teeth; throatdisorders; coma due to stroke; seizures; tidal fevers; 'twisting' pain in the chest and abdomen.

Location: On the posterior superior aspect of the neck, 1.3 cun lateral to DU-15 (Ya Men).The point is located in the lateral fibres of trapezius muscle, or deeper, semispinalis capitusmuscle. DU-15 (Ya Men) is in the midline, 5 fen superior to the posterior hairline, in thedepression immediately superior to the spinous process of the 2nd cervical vertebra (axis).

Location: On the superior dorsal aspect of the trunk, 3 cun lateral to the depressionimmediately inferior to the spinous process of the 2nd thoracic vertebra (lateral to the midline -Du Mai). The point lies just medial to the vertebral (medial) border of the scapula. BL-12 (FengMen) is located 1.5 cun medial to BL-41 (Fu Fen).Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Small Intestine Channel of hand Tai Yangon the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Eliminates Wind and dissipates Cold; soothes the Sinews and quickens theConnecting Vessels.



Indications: Hypertonicity of the shoulder and back; stiffness, soreness or pain of theshoulder, neck or back; numbness of the elbow and arm.Supplementary Indications: Insensitivity of the elbow and arm; Wind.

Location: On the posterior superior trunk, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-12 (Shen Zhu).DU-12 (Shen Zhu) is located on the posterior midline in the depression immediately inferior tothe spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra. BL-42 (Po Hu) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-13 (FeiShu).Features & Categories: Related to the spiritual qualities of the Metal Element - Po,corporeal soul, instinct, animal spirit.Functions: Stimulates the dispersal and descending functions of Lung Qi; calms dyspnea andresolves cough; regulates Qi and clears Heat; subdues rebellious Qi.Indications: Cough; bronchitis; pleurisy; asthma; atelectasis; pulmonary tuberculosis;coughing or spitting blood; weakness of the chest; stiffness of the neck; pain in the shoulderand back; sadness, grief, worry, anxiety or melancholy.Supplementary Indications: Retching and vomiting with vexation and Fullness; Deficientconditions; Yin Deficient tidal fever.

Location: Between the scapulae on the posterior aspect of the trunk, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai.The point is located 3 cun lateral to the depression immediately inferior to the spinous processof the 4th thoracic vertebra. BL-43 (Gao Huang Shu) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-14 (Jue Yin Shu).Features & Categories: Related to Gao Huang - between the Heart and the diaphragm.Considered to be the location of chronic and incurable disease.Functions: Benefits the Lung (especially Yin) and fortifies the Spleen; tonifies Qi; strengthensDeficient conditions; stabilizes the Heart and benefits the Kidneys; nourishes Jing and supportsYuan Qi; stops cough and calms dyspnea.Indications: Pulmonary tuberculosis; cough; brochitis; asthma; pleurisy; coughing or spittingblood; night sweats; poor memory; lack of sexual interest; nocturnal seminal emission; gastricpain; vomiting; abdominal distension; constipation; untransformed digestate in the stool;neurasthenia; debility due to chronic or prolonged illness; pain in the lumbar region.Supplementary Indications: Esophageal constriction; Deficient Stomach and Spleen;absent-mindedness; back pain; pain along the spine; Wind conditions; Deficient conditionsgenerally; emotional frailty.



Location: On the posterior trunk, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-11 (Shen Dao). DU-11(Shen Dao) is located on the posterior midline in the depression immediately inferior to thespinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra. BL-44 (Shen Tang) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-15(Xin Shu).Features & Categories: Related to the spiritual qualities of the Fire Element - Shen, divinespirit, overall spirit.Functions: Opens the chest and rectifies Qi; resolves cough and stabilizes dyspnea; soothesthe Sinews and quickens the Connecting Vessels; calms the Shen.Indications: Asthma; palpitations; cardiac pain; cough; bronchitis; thoracic oppression; stuffychest; intercostal neuralgia; pain and stiffness of the back; heart disease; anxiety; insomnia;depression; emotional or psychological problems related to the Heart.Supplementary Indications: Fullness in the chest and abdomen.

Location: On the posterior trunk, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-10 (Ling Tai). DU-10(Ling Tai) is located on the posterior midline in the depression immediately inferior to thespinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra. BL-45 (Yi Xi) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-16 (DuShu).Functions: Resolves the Exterior and clears Heat; disperses Lung Qi; rectifies Qi; frees theChannels and quickens the Connecting Vessels.Indications: Cough; asthma; pericarditis; intercostal neuralgia; hiccoughs; belching; shoulderand back pain.Supplementary Indications: Lower rib pain associated with lower abdominal pain anddistension; visual dizziness; chest pain associated with pain on the inner side of the shoulderand arm; malaria, Heat disease.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the trunk, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-9 (Zhi Yang).DU-9 (Zhi Yang) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to the spinousprocess of 7th thoracic vertebra. BL-46 (Ge Guan) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-17 (Ge Shu).



Functions: Fortifies the Spleen and eliminates Damp; harmonizes the Stomach and movesStagnation; soothes the Sinews and quickens the Connecting Vessels.Indications: Difficult ingestion; vomiting; belching; hiccough; spasm of the esophagus;gastric haemorrhage; intercostal neuralgia; pain and stiffness of the back.Supplementary Indications: Blood disorders; yellow urine; body pain.

Location: On the posterior trunk 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-8 (Jin Suo). DU-8 (JinSuo) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to the spinous process of9th thoracic vertebra. BL-47 (Hun Men) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-18 (Gan Shu).Features & Categories: Related to the spiritual qualities of the Wood Element - Hun,ethereal soul.Functions: Frees the Liver and rectifies Qi; strengthens the Spleen and harmonizes theStomach; frees and regulates Bowel Qi; steadies, centres and focuses the H'un.Indications: Pain in the chest and lateral costal (hypochondriac) region; pleurisy; pleuritis;backache; back pain; vomiting; stomach pain; diarrhea; neurasthenia; depression; frustration;irritability; resentment; Liver and Gall Bladder diseases.Supplementary Indications: Difficult ingestion; rumbling intestines and diarrhea;dark-colored urine; irregular defecation; hypertonicity of the Sinews and bone pain.

Location: On the posterior trunk 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-7 (Zhong Shu). DU-7(Zhong Shu) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to the spinousprocess of 10th thoracic vertebra. BL-48 (Yang Gang) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-19 (Dan Shu).Functions: Clears the Gall Bladder and Stomach; transforms Damp Heat.Indications: Borborygmi; abdominal pain; hepatitis; cholecystitis; gastritis; diarrhea; jaundice;pain in the hypochondriac region.Supplementary Indications: Difficult ingestion; abdominal fullness and distension;irregular defecation.



Location: On the posterior trunk 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-6 (Ji Zhong). DU-6 (JiZhong) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferior to the spinous processof 11th thoracic vertebra. BL-49 (Yi She) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-20 (Pi Shu).Features & Categories: Related to the spiritual qualities of the Earth Element - Yi, ideas,memory, meaning.Functions: Frees and discharges Damp Heat; tonifies Spleen Yang; benefits memory andconcentration.Indications: Abdominal distension; borborygmi; indigestion; diarrhea; vomiting; jaundice;hepatitis; cholecystitis; gastritis; difficult ingestion; pain in the lumbar region; obsessions.Supplementary Indications: Back pain; aversion to wind and cold; abdominal fullness anddistension; diarrhea; thirst; jaundice and yellowing of the eyes; dark-colored urine.

Location: On the posterior trunk 3 cun lateral to Du Mai. The point is located lateral to thedepression immediately inferior to the spinous process of 12th thoracic vertebra. BL-50 (WeiCang) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-21 (Wei Shu).Functions: Harmonizes the Stomach and transforms Damp; rectifies Qi and frees the middleJiao.Indications: Abdominal distension or pain; gastritis; pain in the epigastric region and back;stomach ache; vomiting; constipation; back pain; lumbar pain.Supplementary Indications: Edema; infantile digestate accumulation; infant indigestion.

Location: On the posterior trunk in the lumbar region, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-5(Xuan Shu). DU-5 (Xuan Shu) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferiorto the spinous process of 1st lumbar vertebra. BL-51 (Huang Men) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-22(San Jiao Shu).Functions: Moves digestate and frees Stagnation; softens masses; regulates and frees the SanJiao; sends Qi to the region of the Heart.



Indications: Epigastric pain; focal distension or masses in the abdomen; mastitis; pain in theupper abdomen; low back pain; constipation; paralysis of the lower limb; disorders of the upperJiao.Supplementary Indications: Mammary diseases; major hardness below the heart.

Location: On the posterior trunk in the lumbar region, 3 cun lateral to Du Mai point DU-4(Ming Men). DU-4 (Ming Men) is located on the midline in the depression immediately inferiorto the spinous process of 2nd lumbar vertebra. BL-52 (Zhi Shi) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-23(Shen Shu).Features & Categories: Related to the spiritual qualities of the Water Element - Zhi, will,will power, ambition.Functions: Tonifies the Kidneys and boosts Jing; frees urine and resolves Damp; strengthensthe back; reinforces the Will.Indications: Nocturnal seminal emission; impotence; urinary retention; enuresis; frequenturination; dysuria; prostatitis; irregular menstruation; scrotal eczema; edema; pain and stiffnessof the back; pain in the back and knee; nephritis; (chronic) low back pain; depression; lack ofwill power.Supplementary Indications: Abdominal distension; lateral costal fullness; pain andswelling of the genitals; dribbling or painful urination; incontinence; vomiting; indigestion;untransformed digestate in the stool; cholera.

Location: On the posterior aspect of the buttocks (in the superior fibres of gluteus maximusmuscle) at the level of the 2nd posterior sacral foramen (BL-32, Ci Liao), 3 cun lateral to theposterior midline (Du Mai). BL-53 (Bao Huang) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-28 (Pang Guang Shu).Functions: Strengthens the lumbar spine; frees Bowel qi; opens Water passages in the lowerJiao; stimulates transformation and excretion of Fluids.Indications: Borborygmi; abdominal distension or pain; back pain; low back pain; sciatica;disorders of the lumbar and sacral regions; urinary retention; difficult or burning urination;anuria; disorders of the lower Jiao.Supplementary Indications: Urinary retention; abdominal pain.



Location: On the posterior aspect of the buttocks (in gluteus maximus muscle) at the level ofthe 4th (inferior) posterior sacral foramen (BL-34, Xia Liao), 3 cun lateral to the midline - DuMai. BL-54 (Zhi Bian) is 1.5 cun lateral to BL-30 (Bai Huan Shu).Functions: Frees the Channels and Connecting Vessels; strengthens the knees and lumbar.Indications: Lumbo-sacral pain; hemorrhoids; constipation; loss of locomotive ability of thelower limbs; paralysis of the lower limbs; sciatica; strained muscles of the buttocks; lower backpain radiating to the buttocks and thigh; dysuria; disorders of the reproductive organs and anus;muscular atrophy, pain, numbness or motor impairment of the lower limb.Supplementary Indications: Urinary retention; genital pain; painful urination; difficultdefecation.

Location: In the gluteal region, one third of the distance from the superior border of thegreater trochanter of the femur, to DU-2 (Yao Shu) in the sacral hiatus. The point is bestneedled with the patient laterally recumbent and the hip and knee flexed.Features & Categories: Intersection point of the Urinary Bladder Channel of foot Tai Yangon the Gall Bladder Channel. One of the nine needles for returning Yang. A Heavenly Starpoint of Ma Dan-Yang.Functions: Disperses Wind Damp in the Channels and Connecting Vessels; removesobstructions from the Channel; frees the lumbar and hip; strengthens the lumbar and lowerlimbs; tonifies Qi and Blood generally; resolves Damp Heat in lower Jiao.Indications: Sciatica; lumbar, hip and lower limb pain; Bi and atony of the lower limbs;numbness and paralysis of the lower limb; diseases of the hip joint and surrounding softtissues; rheumatism; hemiplegia.

Location: Posterior to the knee at the midpoint of the transverse popliteal crease. The point islocated midway between the tendon of biceps femoris muscle laterally, and the tendons ofsemitendinosus and semimembranosus muscles medially. This is midway between BL-39 (WeiYang) and KID-10 (Yin Gu). These points are readily located with the knee slightly flexed.



Location: On the proximal posterior leg, 2 cun directly inferior to BL-40 (Wei Zhong),between the medial and lateral heads of gastrocnemius muscle. The proportional distancebetween BL-40 (Wei Zhong) and BL-57 (Cheng Shan) is 8 cun. BL-55 (He Yang) lies onequarter of this distance, inferior to BL-40 (Wei Zhong).Functions: Strengthens the lumbar and tonifies the Kidneys; soothes the Sinews and quickensthe Connecting Vessels.Indications: Back pain; pain and paralysis of the lower limbs; soreness or pain from lowerback to knee; low back pain and pain of the leg; metrorrhagia; abnormal uterine bleeding.Supplementary Indications: Heat in the inner thigh; uterine bleeding and vaginal discharge;painful hernia; severe genital pain; abdominal pain.

Location: On the posterior leg, 5 cun inferior to BL-40 (Wei Zhong) and 3 cun superior toBL-57 (Cheng Shan), between the medial and lateral heads of gastrocnemius muscle. Theproportional distance between BL-40 (Wei Zhong) and BL-57 (Cheng Shan) is 8 cun. BL-56(Cheng Jin) lies midway between BL-55 (He Yang) and BL-57 (Cheng Shan).Functions: Soothes the Sinews and quickens the Connecting Vessels.Indications: Headache; pain in the calf; pain in the leg; hemorrhoids; paralysis of lower limb;spasm of gastrocnemius muscle; (acute) hypertonicity or severe pain of the lumbar region andback.Supplementary Indications: Cholera with cramps; axillary swelling; lower leg Bi; dizzinessand headache.

Location: On the posterior midline of the leg, midway between BL-60 (Kun Lun) and BL-40(Wei Zhong), but directly below BL-40 (Wei Zhong). The proportional distance between BL-60 (Kun Lun) and BL-40 (Wei Zhong) is 16 cun. The point is located between the medial andlateral heads of gastrocnemius muscle, in the emerging calcaneal tendon.Features & Categories: Intersecting point of Yang Wei Mai (Yang linking Vessel) on theUrinary Bladder Channel. A Heavenly Star point of Ma Dan-Yang.



Functions: Soothes the Sinews; cools and invigorates Blood; regulates Qi in the Yang Organs;harmonizes the Intestines and treats hemorrhoids; removes obstructions from the Channel.Indications: Lumbar pain; pain and cramp in the legs; pain of the back and thigh;hemorrhoids; constipation; sciatica; spasm of gastrocnemius muscle; paralysis of the lowerlimb; anal prolapse; menstrual pain; blood in the stools.Supplementary Indications: Pain in the heel; no pleasure in eating; sore throat; painfulglomus in the chest and diaphragm; vomiting and diarrhoea; 'twisting' of the calf muscles;beriberi.

Location: On the postero-lateral aspect of the leg, 7 cun directly superior to BL-60 (Kun Lun).The point is located on the lateral anterior border of the lateral head of gastrocnemius muscle, atthe posterior border of the fibula bone. It lies approximately 1 cun lateral and inferior to BL-57(Cheng Shan).Features & Categories: Luo-Connecting point of the Urinary Bladder Channel, connectingto the Kidney Channel of foot Shao Yin.Functions: Resolves Wind Damp in the Channels and Connecting Vessels; removesobstructions from the Channel; benefits the Kidneys.Indications: Headache; visual dizziness; blurred vision; nasal congestion; nasal obstruction;nosebleed; lumbar pain; sciatica; pain or weakness of the legs; rheumatoid arthritis; nephritis;cystitis; hemorrhoids; seizures; epilepsy.Supplementary Indications: Hemorrhoids; vertigo; swelling and pain in the lower limbs;pain and weakness of the lower back and knees; head and back pain; pain in the calf; mentalillness; progressively painful joints; beriberi.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the distal leg, 3 cun directly superior to BL-60 (Kun Lun),on a line drawn towards BL-58 (Fei Yang). The proportional distance between BL-60 (KunLun) and BL-40 (Wei Zhong) is 16 cun.Features & Categories: Xi-Cleft, Accumulation point of Yang Qiao Mai (Yang heel/motilityVessel); intersection point of Yang Qiao Mai (Yang heel/motility Vessel) on the Urinary BladderChannel.Functions: Resolves Wind Damp in the Channels and Connecting Vessels; strengthens theback; removes obstructions from the Channel; invigorates Yang Qiao Mai.



lndications: Heavy-headedness; headache; pain of the neck; (chronic) lumbo-sacral pain;redness and swelling of the lateral malleolus; paralysis of the lower limb; inflammation of theankle joint; weakness and disorders of the lumbo-sacral region and lower limbs.Supplementary Indications: Dizziness; nasal discharge with clear runny mucus; pain andswelling of the lower limbs.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the posterior ankle, in the depression directly posterior to thetip (lateral prominence) of the lateral malleolus. The point is located anterior to the calcaneal(Achilles) tendon.Features & Categories: Fire, River, Traversing-Jing point of the Urinary Bladder Channel.A Heavenly Star point of Ma Dan-Yang.Functions: Disperses Wind and clears the Channels; rectifies Uterine Blood Stagnation; clearsHeat; soothes the Sinews and transforms Damp; strengthens the lumbar and Kidneys; removesobstruction from the Channel.Indications: Headache (Deficient type); stiff neck; severe neck pain; (chronic) back pain;visual dizziness; blurred vision; nosebleed; hypertonicity of the shoulder and arm; pain of theshoulder, back and arm; goitre; lumbar pain; sciatica; paralysis of the lower limb; swelling orpain in the heel; painful or burning urination; painful menstruation with dark clots; epilepsy;infantile epilepsy; difficult delivery; disorders of the ankle joint and surrounding soft tissue.Supplementary Indications: Malarial disease; diseases of the head; headache with stiffneck; aching among the upper teeth; thoracic fullness and severe dyspnea; abdominal pain anddiarrhea; tidal fevers; difficult labour; retention of afterbirth; hemilateral Wind; infantile Frightepilepsy; pain of the lower back and buttocks.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the heel, directly inferior to BL-60 (Kun Lun), at thejunction of the red and white skin. The point is located in a slight depression on the lateralsurface of the calcaneal bone. This is approximately 1.5 cun inferior to BL-60 (Kun Lun).Features & Categories: Intersection point of Yang Qiao Mai (Yang heel/motility Vessel) onthe Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Frees the Channels and quickens the Connecting Vessels; disperses swelling andrelieves pain.Indications: Low back pain; pain in the ankle and foot; atony of the lower limbs; muscularatrophy and weakness of the lower limb; paralysis of the lower limb; pain in the heel.



Supplementary Indications: Lumbar pain; fainting; mania, withdrawal and epilepsy;dysuria; beriberi and swelling of the knees; cholera cramps.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the ankle in the depression directly inferior to the tip (lateralextremity) of the lateral malleolus. The point is located 5 fen inferior to the lower margin of themalleolus. This is inferior (and posterior) to the tendons of peroneus longus and brevismuscles.Features & Categories: Master point of Yang Qiao Mai (Yang heel/motility Vessel),Coupling point of Du Mai (Governing Vessel); intersection point of Yang Qiao Mai (Yangheel/motility Vessel) on the Urinary Bladder Channel; fifth of the thirteen Ghost points - GuiLu, Ghost Path.Functions: Resolves Exterior Patterns and removes obstructions from the Channel; eliminatesInterior Wind; clears the Shen and benefits the eyes; soothes the Sinews and ConnectingVessels; opens Yang Qiao Mai (Yang heel/motility Vessel).Indications: Epilepsy; mania and withdrawal; headache; neck pain; meningitis; Mnire'sdisease; dizziness; insomnia; chronic backache; pain in the lumbar and leg; seizures; epilepsy;psychosis; dementia; arthritis of the ankle; disorders of the lumbo-sacral region and lower limb.Supplementary Indications: Fever and chills; swelling of the neck and armpit; lateral andmidline headache; palpitations due to Fright; tinnitus; nosebleed; beriberi; Wind strike withhemiplegia and loss of speech; wryness of the eyes and mouth; Blood and Qi pain withmenstruation; difficulty in flexing and extending the knee and foot; mental illness.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the foot anterior and inferior to BL-62 (Shen Mai), at thejunction of the red and white skin. The point is located in the depression immediately inferior tothe lower border of the cuboid bone. This is just anterior to its articulation with the calcanealbone, and directly inferior to the anterior margin of the lateral malleolus.Features & Categories: Xi-Cleft, Accumulation point of the Urinary Bladder Channel;intersection point of Yang Wei Mai (Yang linking Vessel) on the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Soothes the Sinews and quickens the Connecting Vessels; clears Heat and stopspain; opens the orifices and calms the Shen.Indications: Epilepsy; infantile Fright Wind (convulsions); dementia; mania; lumbar pain;pain in lower back and lower limbs; frequent, painful or burning urination; pain in the lateral



malleolus; Bi pain in the lower limbs; pain in the plantar surface of the foot; disorders of thelumbo-sacral region and lower limb.Supplementary Indications: Cholera cramps; fainting; lower abdominal pain; severelypainful hernia; seizures.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the foot in the depression immediately posterior (andinferior) to tuberosity of the 5th metatarsal bone. The point is located at the junction of the redand white skin. [This point is sometimes located in an homologous position anterior to thetuberosity, or alternatively, inferior to the tuberosity].Features & Categories: Yuan-Source point of the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Frees the Channels and quickens the Connecting Vessels; calms the Heart andShen; eliminates Wind and clears Heat; clears the brain; strengthens the back.Indications: Epilepsy; headache; stiff neck; neck pain; myocarditis; meningitis; seizures;burning or pain with urination; pain in the lumbar and thigh; chronic lower back pain.Supplementary Indications: Clear, runny, nasal mucus and nosebleed; membrane on theeyes; diarrhea; abdominal fullness; mania and withdrawal; fever and chills; malarial disease;tidal fevers; palpitations; splitting headache; heavy head and Cold in the lower limbs; mentalillness.

Location: On the lateral aspect of the foot in the depression immediately proximal to head ofthe 5th metatarsal bone. The point is located at the junction of the red and white skin. This isposterior to the 5th metatarso-phalangeal joint.Features & Categories: Wood, Stream, Transporting-Shu point of the Urinary BladderChannel.Functions: Eliminates Wind and dispels Pathogens; clears Heat and resolves toxin; soothesthe Sinews and quickens the Connecting Vessels; removes obstructions from the Channel.Indications: Mania and withdrawal; headache with stiff neck; neck pain; visual dizziness;blurred vision; pain in the back, lumbar and posterior aspect of the lower limbs; acute cystitis;malaria; pannus; seizures; epilepsy; dementia; mental illness.Supplementary Indications: Fever and chills; tinnitus; painful reddening of the eyes; skininflammation of the dorsal body; pyogenic skin lesions; diarrhea; hemorrhoids; aversion towind and cold in Heat diseases; stiffness of the neck preventing movement.



Location: On the lateral aspect of the proximal phalanx the 5th (little) toe, in the depressionimmediately distal to the base of the proximal phalanx. The point is located at the junction of thered and white skin. This is anterior and slightly inferior to the 5th metatarso-phalangeal joint.Features & Categories: Water, Spring, Gushing-Ying point of the Urinary BladderChannel. Horary point.Functions: Disperses Wind and clears Heat; settles Fright and calms the Shen; removesobstruction from the Channel.Indications: Headache; stiff neck; fever; visual dizziness; blurred vision; vertigo; nosebleed;acute cystitis; burning urination; asthma; mental illness; mania; dementia.Supplementary Indications: Thoracic fullness; cough and dyspnea; untransformeddigestate; susceptibility to fright; mania and withdrawal.

Location: On the lateral superior aspect of the distal phalanx the 5th (little) toe, approximately1 fen proximal to the lateral proximal corner of the toenail.Features & Categories: Metal, Well-Jing point of the Urinary Bladder Channel.Functions: Eliminates Wind; clears the brain and brightens the eyes; rectifies Qi and quickensthe Blood; regulates pregnancy and childbirth; removes obstructions from the Channel.Indications: Headache, especially in the vertex; neck pain; nasal congestion; nasalobstruction; nosebleed; blurred vision; eye pain; stroke; Heat in the soles of the feet; difficultdelivery; malposition of the fetus (breech); retention of afterbirth.Supplementary Indications: Nosebleed with clear runny mucus; membanes on the eyes;eye pain; occipital headache; seminal emission; urinary retention; generalized itching all over thebody; pain and weakness of the limbs; retention of afterbirth; difficult labour; paralysis;vexation; infantile convulsions.



Location: On the anterior midline of the lower abdomen, one cun superior to REN-2 (Qu Gu).The proportional distance between the middle of the umbilicus (REN-8, Shen Que) and thesuperior border of the pubic symphysis (REN-2, Qu Gu) is 5 cun. REN-3 (Zhong Ji) is locatedone fifth of the distance between these landmarks. KID-12 (Da He) is located 5 fen lateral toREN-3 (Zhong Ji), ST-29 (Gui Lai) is 2 cun lateral.Features & Categories: Front Alarm-Mu, Collecting point of the Urinary Bladder Fu.Intersection point of the Kidney Channel of foot Shao Yin, Spleen Channel of foot Tai Yin andLiver Channel of foot Jue Yin on Ren Mai.Functions: Regulates the Uterus; warms the palace of Jing; frees the Urinary Bladder; rectifiesthe lower Jiao; resolves Damp Heat; clears Heat; supports the transforming functions of Qi inthe lower Jiao.Indications: Nocturnal seminal emission; impotence; premature ejaculation; enuresis; urinaryretention; urinary frequency; urethritis; interupted urinary flow; all urinary problems (especiallyacute); lower abdominal pain; irregular menstruation; metrorrhagia; dysmenorrhoea; vaginaldischarge; leukorrhoea; prolapse of the uterus; infertility; genital pain; genital itch; vaginitis;gonorrhea; nephritis; peritonitis; sciatica.

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