BL-32, Cì Liáo, 次髎, Second Crevice
Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice
| Categories |
| Meeting point - BL & GB Channels • Empirical - Dysmenorrhea |
| Location |
| Over the second posterior sacral foramen. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun, 1.5 to 2 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun, or 1.5 to 2 cun through the foramen. Needling through the foramen is facilitated by a slightly oblique medial and inferior insertion. |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| Saline injection at BL32 is one of the best solutions for menstrual pain.[42] |
| Energetics 2 |
| Considered a "gold standard" point for almost any issue related to the female reproductive system. It is highly effective for severe menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea). It helps treat irregular menstruation, excessive bleeding, or the absence of a period. It is used to increase blood flow to the pelvic organs and resolve "Blood Stasis" in the uterus. |
| Energetics 3 |
| Lower Back and Sciatic Pain |
| Energetics 4 |
| 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.