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BL-28
  Location 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline, on the level of the second 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-28 is located slightly inferiorly and medially to the PSIS, 1.5 cun lateral to the midline on the level of the 2nd 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-32 (over the 2nd sacral foramen) and ➞ BL-53 (3 cun lateral to the midline). ➞ BL-27 is located slightly superiorly and medially to the PSIS on the level of the 1st sacral foramen. Actions/Indications ● Regulates the Bladder and the Lower Burner, clears Damp- Heat from the Lower Burner, removes stagnation and transforms masses ● Benefits the lumbar region and the legs Special features Back-shu point of the Bladder | |
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