BL44
Shentang(BL44,神堂) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Taiyang Bladder Meridian of Foot.
Location
3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra(T5).
Indication
- ①Bronchitis, asthma, chest oppression, and other diseases of the lung and chest;
- ②pain and stiffness in the back.
Method
Puncture obliquely 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.
BL44