BL63 - Jinmen (Urinary Bladder Point 63)

Point features

Where is it located

BL63 is located inferior and slightly anterior to BL62, in a depression on the anterosuperior edge of the calcaneus, between the lateral malleolus and the extensor digitorum tendon.

Functions

• Xi-Cleft point of the Bladder meridian
• Calms the Shen and treats acute conditions
• Relieves lumbar pain, sprains, and spasms

What is it for

• Acute low back pain
• Sciatica
• Epilepsy
• Sudden attacks
• Ankle sprains

📲 In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with BL63, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

Jinmen, 'Golden Gate', is the Xi-Cleft point of the Bladder meridian, ideal for immediate intervention in acute cases: sudden pain, whiplash, spasms, epileptic seizures, or panic and mental agitation.

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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