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BL-48
 Location 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline, on the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 10th thoracic vertebra (T10). 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 3 processes to the lower border of the spinous process of T10. BL-48 is located 3 cun lateral to this point. Or: Locate the spinous process of C7 (➞ 3.4.1). From there, count down 10 processes to the lower border of the spinous process of T10 and locate BL-48 3 cun lateral to it. Located on the same level are ➞ Du-7 (on the midline), a point of ➞ Ex-B-2 (0.5 cun lateral to the midline) and ➞ BL-19 (1.5 cun lateral to the midline). Actions/Indications ● Regulates the Gall Bladder ● Clears Damp-Heat ● Harmonises the Middle Burner | |
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