BL31 - Shangliao (Urinary Bladder Point 31)

Point features

Where is it located

BL31 is located in the first sacral foramen (S1), at the depression on the posterior sacral crest, bilaterally to the midline.

Functions

• Regulates the Lower Jiao
• Promotes Qi and Blood circulation in the pelvis
• Treats urogenital and gynecological dysfunctions

What is it for

• Dysmenorrhea
• Leukorrhea
• Urinary incontinence
• Sacral low back pain

📲 In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with BL31, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

Shangliao is one of the four sacral points (BL31–BL34), used in various treatments to regulate the menstrual cycle, support fertility, and release pelvic stagnation. Often combined with electroacupuncture.

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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