Point features

Where is it located

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.

Functions

• Strengthens the lumbar region
• Regulates the lower abdomen and pelvis
• Relieves gynecological and urogenital pain

What is it for

• Low back pain
• Sacral pain
• Menstrual disorders and pelvic pain
• Urinary difficulty

📲 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.

Available on the AcupointsMap app:

• 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

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