BL53

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.