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Baohuang

Synonyms:
  1. 胞肓
  2. BL53

Baohuang
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Baohuang(BL53,胞肓) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Taiyang Bladder Meridian of Foot.

Location

3 cun lateral to the median sacral crest, level with the 2nd posterior sacral foramen.

Indication

  • ①Borborygmus, abdominal distension, constipation, and other stomach and intestine disorders;
  • ②dysuria;
  • ③pain and stiffness in the lower back.

Method

Puncture perpendicularly 0.8-1.2 inches. Moxibustion is applicable.