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BL-47
  Location 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline, on the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra (T9). How to find In a sitting position with the arms hanging down, the spinous process of T7 is generally on the level of the inferior angle of the scapula (➞ 3.4.2). From there, count down 2 processes to the lower border of the spinous process of T9. BL-47 is located 3 cun lateral to this point. Or: Locate the spinous process of C7 (➞3.4.1). From there, count down 9 processes to the lower border of the spinous process of T9 and locate BL-47 3 cun lateral to it. Located on the same level are ➞ Du-8 (on the midline), a point of ➞ Ex-B-2 (0.5 cun lateral to the midline) and ➞ BL-18 (1.5 cun lateral to the midline). Actions/Indications ● Spreads the Liver Qi ● Harmonises the Spleen and the Stomach ● Relaxes the tendons | |
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