Bladder 26, or Urinary Bladder 26, Abbreviated as BL 26 or UB 26, Transliterated Guanyuanshu in Chinese, Gate of Origin Transporter in English.
BL 26 Acupuncture Point Location:
On the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th lumbar vertebra.
BL 26 Acupuncture Point Indications:
- Pain in the lumbosacral region
- Abdominal distention, diarrhea
- Frequent urination or dysuria, enuresis
BL 26 Acupuncture Point Benefits:
Strengthens the low back, removes obstructions from the meridian.