BL61 - Pucan (Urinary Bladder Point 61)

Point features

Where is it located

BL61 is located 1.5 cun below BL60, in a depression posterior and inferior to the lateral process of the calcaneus, lateral to the Achilles tendon.

Functions

• Activates the Bladder meridian
• Relieves pain and stiffness in the ankle and heel
• Dispels wind-cold obstruction in the lower meridians

What is it for

• Ankle and heel pain
• Stiffness and difficulty walking
• Sprains
• Post-traumatic edema

📲 In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with BL61, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

Pucan is an important auxiliary point in treatments for acute ankle trauma, helpful in releasing stagnant energy in the lower section of the Foot Taiyang meridian, especially when combined with BL60 and BL62.

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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