Bladder 62, or Urinary Bladder 62, Abbreviated as BL 62 or UB 62, Transliterated Shenmai in Chinese, Extending Vessel in English.
BL 62 Acupuncture Point Location:
In the depression directly below the external malleolus.
BL 62 Acupuncture Point Indications:
- Epilepsy, manic psychosis
- Insomnia, extroversion of foot
- Headache, neck rigidity, pain of the lumbar and leg
- Blepharoptosis
BL 62 Acupuncture Point Benefits:
Dispels interior Wind, benefits the eyes and head, relaxes the sinews, treats epilepsy, calms the Shen.
Classification:
Master Point of the Yang Qiao Vessel (couple with Si 3)
Notes:
BL 62 is an excellent point for neck and back issues when coupled with Si 3.
