BL-52, Zhì Shì, 志室, Residence of the Will
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| Categories |
| None |
| Location |
| 3 cun lateral to the midline, level with the lower border of the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebra (L2) and level with BL-23. When the shoulder is relaxed, the three cun line corresponds to the medial border of the scapula. |
| Needling |
| Type: Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun |
| Description: 0.5 to 1 cun. Oblique. |
| Caution: Needling perpendicular may injure the kidney. |
| Notes |
| Levels with BL23 (Back shu of the KD). |
| Energetics 1 |
| Tonifies KD and essence • Lower back pain • Edema • Urination disorders • |
| Energetics 2 |
| Sudden turmoil disorder • abdominal bloating • Pain in lateral costal area • Defecation problems |
| Energetics 3 |
| THREADING: BL23 to BL 52 ( Patient prone; puncture obliquely; indicated for lower back pain, insomnia, incontinence, impotence and infertility) • BL52 to DU4 ( Patient prone; puncture horizontally; indicated for lower back pain, acute low back sprain, insomnia, incontinence, impotence and infertility) [Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint] |
| 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.
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