BL-41, Fù Fēn, 附分, Attached Branch
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| Categories |
| Meeting point of the Bladder and Small Intestine channels |
| Location |
| 3 cun lateral to the midline, level with the lower border of the spinous process of the second thoracic vertebra (T2) and level with BL-12. When the shoulder is relaxed, the three cun line corresponds to the medial border of the scapula. |
| Needling |
| Type: Oblique Depth: 0.3 to 0.5 cun |
| Description: Oblique insertion 0.3 to 0.5 cun. |
| Caution: Deep perpendicular or deep oblique needling in a medial direction carries a substantial risk of causing a pneumothorax. |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| 1. Expel exterior wind: Exterior syndrome 2. Respiratory problems 3. Local problems: upper back pain, neck pain |
| Energetics 2 |
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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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