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BL-20
  Location 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline, on the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 11th thoracic vertebra (T11). How to find In a seated position with the arms hanging down, the spinous process of T7 is approximately on the level of the inferior angle of the scapula (➞ 3.4.2). From there, count down four spinous processes to the spinous process of T11. BL-20 is located on the level of the lower border of its spinous process and 1.5 cun lateral to the midline at the highest point of the paraspinal musculature. Or: Locate the articulation of the most inferior rib (T12) and palpate in a superior direction to T11. Or: Use the lumbar spine for reference (➞ 3.4.3). Located on the same level are ➞ Du-6 (on the midline), a point of ➞ Ex-B-2 (0.5 cun lateral to the midline) and BL-49 (3 cun lateral to the midline). Actions/Indications ● Tonifies the Spleen Qi and Yang, regulates Qi in the Middle, raises Qi ● Transforms Dampness ● Holds and nourishes Blood Special features Back-shu point of the spleen. Major point for tonifying the Middle, especially for Spleen deficiency syndromes. Use moxibustion or tonifying needle techniques for nourishing the Blood. | |
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