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BL45

Synonyms:
  1. 譩譆
  2. Yixi

Yixi
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Yixi(BL45,譩譆) 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 6th thoracic vertebra(T6).

Indication

  • ①Bronchitis, asthma;
  • ②pain in the back and shoulder;
  • ③malaria, febrile disease.

Method

Puncture obliquely downward 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.