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BL-53
 Location 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline, on the level of the 2nd sacral foramen. How to find For details on orientation in the lumbar and sacral region, ➞3.4.3, 3.4.4. First, locate L5. The next palpable bony structure inferior to L5 is the highest process of the medial sacral crest. Palpate inferiorly for the 2nd process and locate the 2nd sacral foramen slightly less than 1 cun lateral to the process. Next, locate BL-53 3 cun lateral to the midline on the level of the 2nd foramen. Or: Use the sacral foramina as a reference point (➞ 3.4.4). BL-53 is located on the level of the 2nd foramen, 3 cun lateral to the midline. Located on the same level are ➞ BL-32 (over the 2nd sacral foramen) and ➞ BL-28 (1.5 cun lateral to the midline). Actions/Indications ● Benefits the lumbar region, opens the channel and alleviates pain ● Regulates the Lower Burner | |
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