BL29 - Zhonglushu (Urinary Bladder Point 29)
Point features
Where is it located
BL29 is located 1.5 cun lateral to the third sacral foramen (S3), in the lower sacral region.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Warms the Lower Jiao
- Regulates the intestines and urinary function
- Relieves lumbosacral pain
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Cold-induced diarrhea
- Urinary incontinence
- Low back pain radiating to the sacrum
- Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with BL29, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
Zhonglushu is a secondary but very effective point for cold disorders of the Lower Jiao: often used in combination with moxibustion to stimulate Qi in the pelvic and lumbosacral area.
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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
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