BL26 is located 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5), in the lumbosacral region.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
Strengthens the lumbar region
Regulates the lower abdomen and pelvis
Relieves gynecological and urogenital pain
Further information available in the app
What is it for
Low back pain
Sacral pain
Menstrual disorders and pelvic pain
Urinary difficulty
Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with BL26, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
'Guanyuanshu' means 'Shu of the Original Gate', reflecting its action on the Qi of the Lower Jiao. It is commonly used to treat infertility, dysmenorrhea, and lumbago from Jing deficiency.
AcupointsMap - The iáomai module dedicated to acupuncture
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What you can find with AcupointsMap:
Interactive 3D visualization of the point
Complete functions and therapeutic indications
Needle insertion methods and detailed localization
Complete pathway of the meridian of Urinary Bladder
Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
Associated pathology sheets
Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin