BL6 - Chengguang (Urinary Bladder Point 6)
Point features
Where is it located
BL6 is located 1.5 cun laterally from the anterior midline and 2.5 cun superiorly from the anterior hairline, in a vertical line following the sequence of points of the Bladder meridian.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Clears the head and vision
- Eliminates Wind
- Cools Heat and relieves pain
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Occipital headache
- Blurred vision
- Seizures
- Further information available in the app
In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with BL6, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
'Chengguang' translates as 'Receiving the Light', a name reflecting the traditional use of the point to improve mental clarity and vision, counteracting brain fog and visual fatigue.
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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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