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BL-27
  Location 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline, on the level of the first sacral foramen. How to find Quick method: Locate the posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS ➞ 3.4.3): from the rima ani, palpate 3 cun (1 handbreadth) in a superior and lateral direction at a 45° angle, until you can feel a distinct bony ridge (often superficially visible by a dimple). BL-27 is located slightly superiorly and medially to the PSIS, 1.5 cun lateral to the midline, on the level of the first sacral foramen. For more detail on orientation in the lumbar and sacral region ➞ 3.4.3, 3.4.4. Located on the same level are ➞BL-31 (over the 1st sacral foramen) and ➞BL-28 (slightly below and medial to the PSIS at the level of the 2nd sacral foramen). Actions/Indications ● Tonifies the Small Intestine Qi ● Drains Dampness and Damp-Heat ● Regulates the water passages Special features Back-shu point of the Small Intestine | |
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