BL-60, Kūn Lún, 昆仑, Kunlun Mountains
Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice
| Categories |
| Jing-River Point • Heavenly Star Point |
| Location |
| Behind the ankle joint, in the depression between the prominence of the lateral malleolus and the Achilles tendon. Locate in the centre of the depression, midway between the prominence of the lateral malleolus and the posterior border of the Achilles tendon. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun, 1.5 to 2 cun |
| Description: Perpendicular insertion 0.5 to 1 cun, or directed superiorly to join with KD-3, 1.5 to 2 cun. |
| Caution: CC: Pregnancy |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| clear heat, pacifies wind, reduce excess, tai yang headaches |
| Energetics 2 |
| reduces yang, relief pain |
| Energetics 3 |
| promotes labor |
| Energetics 4 |
| THREADING: BL60 to KD3 (Patient supine or sitting on chair; puncture from BL60 to KD3; indicated for headache, stiff neck, upper back tension, heel pain, toothache, sore throat, irregular menstruation) • BL60 to KD6 (Patient supine or sitting on chair; puncture from BL60 to KD6; indicated for nausea, diarrhea, toothache, sore throat, heel 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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