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BL-12
  Location 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline, on the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd thoracic vertebra (T2). How to find First, locate the spinous process of C7 (➞ 3.4.1). From there, count down two spinous processes to the lower border of the spinous process of T2. Measure 1.5 cun laterally to locate BL-12 on the highest point of the paraspinal musculature. Located on the same level are a point of ➞Ex-B-2 (0.5 cun lateral to the midline), ➞ BL-41 (3 cun lateral to the midline) and ➞ S.I.-13 (on the scapula, on the medial end of the scapular spine). Actions/Indications ● Expels (external) Wind and releases the Exterior ● Spreads and descends the Lung Qi ● Tonifies the defensive Qi (wei qi), stabilises the Exterior ● Benefits the nose ● Opens the channel Special features Meeting point with the du mai. Important point for expelling pathogenic factors, especially Wind. | |
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