1. Commonly used
acupressure points
Stomach (ST) 25
Abdominal distention,
borborygmus, pain around the
umbilicus, constipation, diarrhea,
dysentery
Irregular menstruation, mass and
gathering in the abdomen,
amenorrhea
2. Commonly used
acupressure points
Stomach (ST) 36
Gastric pain, vomiting, dysphagia, abdominal distention,
borborygmus, diarrhea, indigestion, dysentery,
constipation, abdominal pain, acute mastitis
Emaciation due to general deficiency, palpitation,
shortness of breath, poor appetite, lassitude, dizziness,
insomnia
Cough and asthma
Pain in the knee joint, apoplexy, hemiplegia, beriberi,
edema
Low energy, depression
3. Commonly used
acupressure points
Stomach (ST) 37
Acute appendicitis, abdominal
pain, borborygmus,
constipation, diarrhea
Muscular atrophy, weakness,
numbness and pain of the
lower extremities, beriberi
4. Commonly used
acupressure points
Stomach (ST) 40
Cough, excessive phlegm, asthma
Manic psychosis, epilepsy
Headache, dizziness
Paralysis or weakness of the lower
extremities
5. Commonly used
acupressure points
Stomach (ST) 44
Toothache in the upper jaw, sore
throat, wry mouth, epistaxis
Abdominal distention, constipation,
gastric pain, food stagnation
Swelling and pain of the dorsum of
the foot
7. Commonly used
acupressure points
Spleen (SP) 4
Acute gastric pain, gastric distention and
stuffiness, poor appetite, pain around the
umbilical region, diarrhea, bloody stools
Epigastric pain, chest congestion, distention
in the hypochondrium
Master point of Chong Mai (pair with PC 6):
irregular menstruation, retention of
placenta, postpartum faintness, shen issues
8. Commonly used
acupressure points
Spleen (SP) 6
Irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, metrorrhagia, leukorrhea,
amenorrhea
Mass and gathering in the abdomen, prolapse of uterus, dystocia,
postpartum faintness, persistent lochia, infertility
Nocturnal emission, spermatorrhea, impotence, premature
ejaculation, pain in the penis, hernia, testicular atrophy
Enuresis, anuria, edema, dysuria
Spleen and Stomach deficiency, borborygmus, abdominal
distention, diarrhea, paralysis of the foot, beriberi, muscular pain
Diseases of the skin, urticaria
Insomnia, headache, dizziness, bilateral hypochondriac pain
9. Commonly used
acupressure points
Spleen (SP) 9
Dysuria, incontinence of urine, edema
Abdominal distention, diarrhea, jaundice
Pain in the medial aspect of the knee
Pain in the penis, dysmenorrhea, pain in
the vulva
Frees the water passages and urination
(moves lymph)
12. Commonly used
acupressure points
Heart (HT) 7
Insomnia, amnesia
Cardiac pain, palpitations due to fright,
irritability, chest pain, releases tightness in the
chest and even aids with heart palpitations
Mania, epilepsy, stupor (a state of near-
unconsciousness or insensibility)
Anxiety/worrisome emotions, quiets the mind.
It helps with sleep disturbances and
emotional stress
13. Commonly used
acupressure points
Small Intestine (SI) 3
Pain and rigidity of the head and neck, malaria
symptoms, pain in the lumbar and sacrum,
acute spasm in the finger, elbow and arm
Manic psychosis, epilepsy
Deafness, eye congestion
14. Commonly used
acupressure points
Small Intestine 4
Jaundice, diabetes
Pain in the lumbar and leg, contracture
of the fingers, pain in the wrist,
weakness to hold things in the hand
Pain and rigidity of the head and neck,
tinnitus, conjunctivitis
15. Commonly used
acupressure points
Urinary Bladder (BL) 18
Pain in the hypochondrium,
jaundice
Eye diseases, vomiting,
epistaxis
Manic psychosis, back pain
Liver conditions
16. Commonly used
acupressure points
Urinary Bladder (BL)19
Jaundice, bitter taste in mouth,
pain in the hypochondrium
Pulmonary tuberculosis, hectic
fever
Regulates and strengthens
Gall Bladder Qi
17. Commonly used
acupressure points
Urinary Bladder (BL) 23
Enuresis (involuntary urination), dysuria, edema
Spermatorrhea, impotence, irregular menstruation,
leukorrhea
Deafness, tinnitus, cough, asthma
Hemiplegia, lumbar pain, bone disease
Strengthens the Kidneys, tonifies Kidney Yang,
nourishes Kidney Yin and Essence, benefits the
ears and bones, strengthens the low back, resolves
Dampness (lymph stagnation)
18. Commonly used
acupressure points
Urinary Bladder (BL) 57
Hemorrhoids, constipation
Spasm and pain of the lumbar
and leg
Symptoms of Beriberi:
o Loss of appetite, weakness, neuropathy pain in
the limbs, shortness of breath, and swollen feet
or legs.
o Muscular: muscle weakness, problems with
coordination, or loss of muscle
o Heart: enlarged heart or fast heart rate
19. Commonly used
acupressure points
Urinary Bladder (BL) 60
Acute lumbar pain, swelling
and pain of the heel
Difficult labor
Headache, neck stiffness,
dizziness, epistaxis
Infantile convulsion
20. Commonly used
acupressure points
Urinary Bladder (BL) 62
Epilepsy, manic psychosis
Insomnia, extroversion of foot
Headache, neck rigidity, pain of
the lumbar and leg
Coupled with SI3, opens the DU
channel to alleviate back pain
22. Commonly used
acupressure points
Kidney (KI) 3
Impotence, spermatorrhea, frequent need to urinate,
deafness, tinnitus, irregular menstruation, lumbar pain
Headache, dizziness, blurring of vision, toothache,
swelling of pharynx
Cough, asthma, diabetes
Insomnia
Tonifies the Kidneys (Yin and Yang), strengthens the
low back
Relieves heel/ankle pain
23. Commonly used
acupressure points
Kidney (KI) 7
Edema, abdominal distention, diarrhea
Febrile disease without sweat or ceaselessly
sweating, night sweating
Weakness, numbness and pain of the lower
extremities
Supports kidneys and adrenals
Regulates sweating
Strengthens the low back.
24. Commonly used
acupressure points
Kidney (KI) 9
Manic psychosis
Hernia
Pain of the lower leg
Calms the Shen, clears the Heart, alleviates
pain.
This point is utilized to strengthen the body
and tonify qi, blood and jing
Happy baby or beautiful baby point
27. Commonly used
acupressure points
Pericardium (P) 6 continued
Depression, dizziness, vertigo, apoplexy,
hemiplegia, spasm and pain of the upper
extremities
Cough, asthma
Irritability
Insomnia
Bloating and belly pain.
28. Commonly used
acupressure points
Triple burner or San Jiao
(TB OR SJ) 3
Headache, redness of the eye
Tinnitus, deafness
Sore throat
Pain in the scapular region, pain of the
leg, fingers unable to extend
29. Commonly used
acupressure points
Triple burner or
San Jiao (TB OR SJ) 5
Febrile disease, headache,
redness, swelling and pain of
the eye
Tinnitus, deafness
Pain in the hypochondrium,
spasm and pain of the upper
extremities
32. Commonly used
acupressure points
Gallbladder (GB) 20
Common cold, nasal congestion,
headache, redness, swelling and pain of
the eye, rhinorrhea, epistaxis
Rigidity and pain of the neck, limitation of
the shoulder
Dizziness, vertigo, hemiplegia, epilepsy
Clears the head, benefits the eyes, nose
and ears, subdues Liver Yang, activates the
meridian, relieves pain.
33. Commonly used
acupressure points
Gallbladder (GB) 21
External wind invasion (cold or flu)
Moves stagnant liver energy and stones
Mastitis, insufficient lactation
Dizziness, headache, rigidity and pain of the
neck, limitation of the upper extremities
Difficult labor
35. Commonly used
acupressure points
Gallbladder (GB) 34
Hemiplegia, pain of the shoulder, weakness,
numbness and pain of the lower extremities,
swelling and pain of the knee
Pain in the hypochondrium, bitter taste in the
mouth, vomiting, jaundice
Infantile convulsion
Benefits connective tissue, tendons,
ligaments and joints
36. Commonly used
acupressure points
Gallbladder (GB) 40
Distention and pain in the chest and
hypochondrium
Moves liver qi and stones
Weakness, numbness and pain of the
lower extremities, swelling and pain of
the external malleolus
Malaria symptoms
37. Commonly used
acupressure points
Gallbladder (GB) 41
Migraine, redness and pain of the
eye
Pain in the hypochondrium, spasm
and pain of the foot and toe
Mastitis, breast distention, irregular
menstruation
Scrofula, malaria symptoms
38. Commonly used
acupressure points
Liver (LV) 3
Dizziness, headache and facial paralysis.
Pair this point with LI4 and you've got a great point combo for
jaw pain, headache, stress, depression, irritability and insomnia
Vertigo, redness, swelling and pain of the eye, wry face
Depression, pain in the hypochondrium, abdominal distention,
hiccup
Weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities,
difficulty in walking
Irregular menstruation, metrorrhagia and metrostaxis, hernia,
enuresis
Epilepsy, infantile convulsion
39. Commonly used
acupressure points
Liver (LV) 4
Hernia, abdominal pain
Spermatorrhea
Dysuria (painful or difficult
urination)
Cough and asthma due to
pathogenic cold or heat.
40. Commonly used
acupressure points
Liver (LV) 5
Abdominal bloating
Irregular menstruation,
morbid leukorrhea
Dysuria, hernia, swelling
and pain of the foot
41. Commonly used
acupressure points
Liver (LV) 8
Lower abdominal pain, dysuria
Spermatorrhea, prolapse of uterus, pruritus
vulva, pain in the external genitalia
Irregular menstruation, morbid leukorrhea,
dysmenorrhea
Pain in the medial aspect of the knee and
thigh
Tremors
42. Commonly used
acupressure points
Liver (LV)14
Depression
Distention and pain of the chest and
hypochondrium, gallstones
Irritability
Jaundice
Abdominal distention, hiccup, acid
regurgitation
Functions: Harmonizes the Liver and
Stomach
43. Commonly used
acupressure points
Ren: 3
Enuresis, dysuria
Spermatorrhea, impotence
Irregular menstruation, metrorrhagia,
leukorrhea, prolapse of the uterus, infertility
Hernia
44. Commonly used
acupressure points
Ren: 4
Impotence, spermatorrhea (involuntary
ejaculation) , enuresis, frequent micturition,
retention of urine
Irregular menstruation, metrorrhagia, morbid
leukorrhea, dysmenorrhea, prolapse of the
uterus, infertility, postpartum hemorrhage
Flaccidity of apoplexy, emaciation due to
consumptive disease
Diarrhea, prolapse of rectum, dyspepsia
45. Commonly used
acupressure points
Ren: 6
Abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation
Ascites
Enuresis
Hernia
Spermatorrhea, impotence
Irregular menstruation, amenorrhea
Emaciation due to consumptive disease
47. Commonly used
acupressure points
Ren:12
Epigastric pain, vomiting, hiccup, acid regurgitation
Abdominal distention, diarrhea, dyspepsia
Strengthens digestive energy and vital energy
Cough, copious phlegm
Jaundice
Insomnia
Functions: Strengthens and harmonizes the Spleen and
Stomach, resolves Dampness, relieves pain.
48. Commonly used
acupressure points
Ren:14
Pain in the cardiac region and chest, palpitations
Manic psychosis, epilepsy
Gastric pain
Vomiting, nausea, acid regurgitation, difficulty in
swallowing
Mental disorders, epilepsy
50. Commonly used
acupressure points
Du 20
Vertigo, dizziness
Coma, apoplexy, hemiplegia, aphasia
Prolapse of rectum, prolapse of uterus
Manic psychosis, insomnia
Functions: Raises Yang – treats prolapse, subdues Yang, clears the
head, calms the Shen
Headache, tinnitus, nasal obstruction
Prolapse of the rectum and the uterus.
Clears the mind, lifts the spirits, tonifies yang, strengthens the
ascending function of the Spleen, eliminates interior wind,
promotes resuscitation.
57. LUNG MERIDIAN
LU 5 The point is on the transverse cubital crease, on the
radial side of the tendon of the muscle biceps brachii.
Best located with the elbow slightly flexed.
LU 7 Found just proximal (closer to the torso) to the
styloid process of the radius bone (the bone in your
forearm which ends closest to your thumb). A simple way
to find this is by joining your hands between the thumb
and forefinger
LU 9 On the radial end of the transverse crease of the
wrist, where the radial artery pulsates.
58. LARGE INTESTINE MERIDIAN
LI 4 (DO NOT USE IF PREGNANT) Located at
the highest point of the muscle when thumb
and index fingers are held together
LI 11 The easiest way to locate it is to bend
your arm and look for the end of the crease
on the outer side of your bent elbow
LI 20 At the midpoint lateral to the border of
the ala nasi, in the nasolabial groove.
59. STOMACH MERIDIAN
ST 25 On the middle of the abdomen, 2 cun lateral to the
umbilicus
ST 28 located on the lower abdomen, 3 cun below the center of
the umbilicus, 2 cun lateral to the anterior median line.
ST 36 3 cun below the kneecap, in the depression between the
sheen bone and the leg muscle. ST 36 is leveled with the bottom
of tibial tuberosity
ST 38 On the anterior aspect of the lower leg, 5 cun below ST 36,
one finger-breadth from the anterior crest of the tibia.
ST 40 On the anterior aspect of the lower leg, lateral to ST 38, two
finger-breadth from the anterior crest of the tibia.
ST 44 St 44 is between the second and third toes proximal to the
web margin on the dorsum
60. SPLEEN MERIDIAN
SP 1 On the medial side of the big toe, . 1 cun from the corner of
the nail.
SP 4 On the medial aspect of the foot, in the depression distal and
inferior to the base of the first metatarsal bone.
SP 6 ( DO NOT USE IF PREGNANT) On the medial aspect of the
lower leg, 3 cun above the medial malleolus, on the posterior
border of the medial aspect of the tibia
SP 9 On the medial aspect of the lower leg, in the depression of
the lower border of the medial condyle of the tibia
SP 15 On the middle of the abdomen, 4 cun lateral to the center
of the body.
SP 21 On the lateral aspect of the chest, on the mid-axillary line, in
the 6th intercostal space
61. HEART MERIDIAN
HT 7 It is located on the
under side of the wrist
(palm side) at the crease
along the pinky finger
side, just inside the little
tendon you can feel on
that side.
62. SMALL INTESTINE MERIDIAN
SI 3 When a loose fist is made, the
point is on the ulnar aspect
of the hand, proximal to the 5th
metacarpophalangeal joint,
at the end of the transverse crease
SI 4 On the ulnar aspect
of the palm, in the depression
between the 5th metacarpal bone
and hamate bone, at the junction
of the red and white skin
63. URINARY BLADDER MERIDIAN
BL 18 On the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower
border of the spinous process of the 9th
thoracic vertebra
BL 19 On the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower
border of the spinous process of the 10th
thoracic vertebra.
BL 23 On the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower
border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumbar
vertebra
BL 57 Directly below the belly of muscle
gastrocnemius, on a line joining UB 40 and
tendon calcaneus, about 8 cun below UB 40
64. URINARY BLADDER MERIDIAN
BL 60 Located in a depression
between the tip of the lateral (outer)
malleolus and the Achilles tendon
BL 62 Located at the ankle, in
the depression, directly below the
external malleolus
BL 67 On the outside of the end of
the pinky toe, near the edge of
the nail.
65. KIDNEY MERIDIAN
KI 1 It is located on the sole of the foot, about 1/3 of the way from
the base of the second toe and 2/3 of the way up from the bottom
of the foot between the second and third metatarsals.
KI 3 It is located on the inside of the ankle in the depression
between the high point of the ankle bone and the achilles tendon.
KI 7 On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 2 cun directly above
KID 3, anterior to tendo calcaneus.
KI 9 On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 5 cun directly above
KID 3
KI 21 6 cun above the umbilicus, 0.5 cun lateral to Ren 14
66. PERICARDIUM MERIDIAN
P 6 on the palm side of the forearm,
2 cun (3 fingers) above the wrist
crease, between the two tendons
(palmaris longus & flexor carpi
radialis) that run approximately down
the center of the forearm.
67. TRIPLE BURNER, TRIPLE WARMER
or
SAN JIAO MERIDIAN
SJ 3 This point is located in the groove formed
by the tendons of the 4th
and 5th
fingers behind
the knuckles.
SJ 5 On the dorsal aspect of the forearm, on
the line connecting SJ 4 and the tip of the
elbow, 2 cun above the transverse crease of the
wrist between the ulna and radius. Indications:
68. GALLBLADDER MERIDIAN
Gb 2 On the face, anterior to the inter-tragus
notch, at the posterior border of the condyloid
process of the mandible. When the mouth is
open, the point is in the depression.Gb 4
Gb 20 Behind the mastoid between the
trapezius and the sternocleidomastoid muscle at
the lower occipital border Function
Gb 21 Midway between C7 and the acromion,
at the highest point of shoulder.
69. GALLBLADDER MERIDIAN
GB 24 On the upper abdomen, directly below the nipple, in
the 7th intercostal space, 4 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
GB 34 Below the outside of the knee, in a tender depression
1 body inch anterior and inferior to the head of the fibula
GB 40 On the foot, anterior and inferior to the external
malleolus, in the depression on the lateral side of the tendon
of m. extensor digitorum longus.
GB 41 On the lateral side of the dorsum of the foot, proximal
to the 4th metatarsophalangeal joint, in the depression lateral
to the tendon of m. extensor digiti minimi of the foot.
70. Liver
LV 3 Between the big toe and the second toe. As you slide your finger
along the space between the first and second toe to the tip of the joint
you will feel the depression
LV 5 On the medial aspect of the lower leg, 5 cun above the tip of the
medial malleolus, on the middle of the medial aspect of the tibia.
LV 8 When the knee is flexed, the point is in the depression above the
medial end of the transverse popliteal crease, posterior to the medial
epicondyle of the femur, on the anterior part of the insertion of muscle
semimembranosus and muscle semitendinosus
LV 14 In the sixth intercostal space, on the nipple line, i.e., 4 cun lateral
to the midline. First locate the tip of the xiphoid process which is the
knob of cartilage that attaches below the breastbone.
71. REN or CONCEPTION VESSEL
R 3 On the anterior median line of the lower abdomen, 4 cun below the
umbilicus. Indications
R 4 On the anterior median line of the lower abdomen, 3 cun below the
umbilicus
R 6 On the anterior median line of the lower abdomen, 1.5 cun below
the umbilicus
R 9 On the anterior median line of the upper abdomen, 1.0 cun above
the umbilicus
R 12 On the anterior median line of the upper abdomen, 4.0 cun above
the umbilicus
R 14 6 cun above the navel
R 17 in the center of the breastbone, at the fourth intercostal space
(space between ribs), which is usually at the level of the nipples in men
72. DU MERIDIAN
DU 20 On the head, 5.0 cun
directly above the midpoint of the
anterior hairline
DU 23 On the head, 1.0 cun
directly above the midpoint of the
anterior hairline
DU 26 Below the nose, in the
upper third of the philtrum
73. EXTRA POINTS
An Mian Slightly
under the lobe of the ear,
behind the bony-feeling
protuberance.
Yintang (happy
point, third eye)
Between the inner edges of
the eyebrows
74. EXTRA
POINTS
Taiyang In the region of the
temples, in the depression about one
finger-breadth posterior to the midpoint
between the lateral end of the eyebrow
and the outer canthus.
Zigong On the lower abdomen, 3
cun lateral to the midline, level with
Zhongji (REN-3, 4 cun down from the
umbilicus).
75. Before you begin...
ALWAYS ASK DATE OF LAST
MENSTRUAL PERIOD!
You MUST AVOID these pressure points if your
client is PREGNANT, or MIGHT BE PREGNANT!
LI 4, SP 6, LV 3, LV 8, Yin Tong, GB 21
ANY POINTS on the abdomen that are below
the umbilicus
BL 60, BL 67, Sacrum
76. Acceptable pressure
points to use in
pregnancy.
These are points that are
encouraged when a
woman is
experiencing pregnancy
“symptoms” such as:
PC 6 Morning sickness
ST 36 Strengthens overall
constitution, helps to builds blood and Qi,
resolves edema, and harmonizes meridians
that control digestive functions
KI9 Anxiety, necessity to feel calm, low red
blood cell levels
83. Huatua jia ji and
neuro-lymphatic
points
They are stimulating
neurologically to the
lymphatic system in each area
of the body as well as the
organs and glands.
84. Huatua jia ji and
neuro-lymphatic
points…
They are stimulating
neurologically to the
lymphatic system in each area
of the body as well as the
organs and glands.
85. Huatua jia ji and neuro-lymphatic
points
Located .5 cun lateral to the lower
border of the spinous processes of T1-
L5.
• T1-T4 Disorders in the upper limbs and
Lungs
• T4-T8 Disorders in the Heart and chest
• T7-T10 Disorders of the Liver and
Gallbladder
86. Huatua jia ji and neuro-lymphatic
points
• T10-T12 Disorders of the Spleen and
Stomach
• L1-L2 Disorders of the Kidneys
• L3-L5 Disorders of the Bladder, Large and
Small Intestines, Uterus, and Lower Limbs
• All the Hua Tuo Jia Ji points address Herpes
zoster at the locally affected nerve segment.
88. Shen is our spirit.
Each organ is
connected
to spirit
and thus,
to our emotions.
89.
90. Gateways to Spirit
• These five points, Po Hu, Shen Tang, Hun Men, Yi She and Zhi Shi are excellent
supplements for any emotional, psychological or spirit-focused treatments.
• Coupled with detox, lifestyle changes and emotional support therapies, these five
points can help support your journey through anxiety, depression and more.
91. Outer Shu emotion
points in detail
Ub 42 – Po hu, Door of the Corporeal Soul
• At the most basic level, Po Hu nourishes
and tonifies the lung. Because it is at the
same level as Ub 13, Fei Shu (Lung Shu) it
assists with all the functions of the lung. It
can support treatments for asthma, upper
respiratory infections and traditionally it was
used for chronic diseases such as
tuberculosis and lung cancer.
• Conditions of grief, melancholy and
sadness. It also helps us get in touch with
our gut instinct, our intuition and help us
fulfill our destiny.
92. Ub 44 – Shen
Tang, Hall of Spirit
• Shen Tang lies at the same level as Xin
Shu, the heart shu.
• Indications: Calms the spirit, anxiety and
insomnia as well as emotional states
such as depression, mental restlessness
and worry.
93. Ub 47 – Hun
Men, Gate of the
Ethereal soul
• Hun Men lies at the same level
as gan shu, the shu of the liver.
• Indications: feeling confused and
depressed, unable to plan their lives.
The hun is the source of our inspiration
and drive. By opening this gate, we can
potentially gain greater clarity in the
direction of our lives.
• Gaining inspiration, opening creative
blocks or encourages forward movement
on a project.
94. Ub 49 – Yi
She, Abode
of Thought
Yi She is at the same level as Pi
Shu, the spleen shu.
Indications:
• Worry and over-thinking
• Yi She is a perfect point for people who feel
mentally overworked and burnt out. It is
also a good point for people who are
afraid to try new things, or those who
tend to be withdrawn or wrapped up in
their own thoughts.
• Assists in setting stronger boundaries, who
need help focusing or managing tasks, or
even students trying to study.
95. Ub 52 – Zhi Shi,
Residence of Will
• Zhi Shi is found at the same level as Shen Shu
(the back shu of the kidneys).
• The kidneys store our yin,
yang, and our jing making Zhi Shi an excellent
point for extreme fatigue and exhaustion.
• But in being an outer shu it is also a gateway
for the zhi. The zhi is our willpower.
• Indications: This is a New Year’s Resolution
point (that can be used all year round) to
help support people trying to meet their
goals but finding themselves self-
sabotaging. This is an excellent point for
people whose depression manifests as a
lack of interest in previous hobbies or an
inability to complete tasks. It is also an
excellent point for people who feel
powerless or hopeless.
96. Spirit Point
Location
• BL42- 3 cun lateral to Du Mai at level of
lower border of spinous process of T3
vertebra, on spinal border of scapula.
• BL44- Between the shoulder blades. 3
cun lateral to the midline at the level of
the junction of T5 and T6 and at the
medial border of the scapula.
• BL47- 3 cun lateral to DU8 at level of
lower border of spinous process of 9th
thoracic vertebra
97. Spirit Point
Location
• BL49- 3 cun lateral to DU6 at level of
lower border of spinous process of
11th thoracic vertebra.
• BL52- 3 cun lateral to the spine, in the
low back at the level of the junction
between vertebrae L2 and L3.
99. What is moxibustion?
• Moxibustion is the external use of the
herb mugwort or wormwood performed by
rolling it in the shape of a cigar and lighting it with
a match to smolder. It has been used in many
indigenous cultures for its healing benefits for
thousands of years.
• Its properties range from the movement of qi (the
body’s vital energy) to the reduction of pain and
inflammation.
100. • The application of heat to parts of the
body can increase the flow of qi and blood. Heat
lamps, heating pads, or warming liniments can
give a similar effect to moxibustion.
• However, the heat combined with the powerful
healing properties of mugwort gives moxibustion
a proven advantage.
