BL-11, Dà Zhù, 大杼, Great Shuttle
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| Categories |
| Hui Meeting Point of Bones • Sea of Blood Point • Meeting Point of BL, SI, SJ, GB, and Du Meridian |
| Location |
| 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra (T1) • Locate at the visible highest point of the paraspinal muscles. |
| Needling |
| Type: Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: Oblique insertion towards the spine, 0.5 to 1 cun, or transverse-oblique insertion 1 to 1.5 cun. |
| Caution: Perpendicular needling carries risk of pneumothorax. |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| 1. Expel exterior wind: Exterior syndrome 2. Respiratory problems 3. Local problems: upper back pain, neck pain |
| Energetics 2 |
| HUI OF BONE: various bone diseases and rigidity and pain of the neck, spine and lumbar region. In modern clinical practice it is used when painful obstruction penetrates deeply into the bones and joints causing deformity (known as BONY PAINFUL OBSTRUCTION). |
| Energetics 3 |
| Calm “shen”: epilepsy, depression |
| Energetics 4 |
| THREADING: DU14 to Dingchuan, BL11 (Patient prone or sitting on chair; puncture obliquely/horizontally from DU14 To BL11; indicated for flu, bronchitis, asthma, insomnia, fever, upper back pain) • BL11 to BL12, BL13, BL14 (Patient prone or sitting on chair; puncture horizontally; combine with Guasha, cupping; indicated for flu, cough, Asthma, upper back pain [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint] |
| Energetics 5 |
| Energetics 6 |
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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