Zhibian BL54 : Nomenclature, Location, Function, Indication, Method
Nomenclature:
Zhi: order Bian: edge
The back shu point of the bladder meridian are arranged in order. Zhi bian, BL54 is at the lowest among them.
Point: BL54
Chinese Name: 秩边
Name: Zhi-bian
English Name/Meaning: Order’s Limit
Pinyin: zhì biān
Han Geul 한글: jil byeon 질변
Romaji: chip pen
Vietnamese:Trật biên
Location:
Level with the 4th posterior sacral foramen, 3 cun lateral to the median sacral crest.
Functions of Zhibian:
- Benefits urination.
- Treats hemorrhoids.
- Strengthens the lumbar spine and knees.
- Invigorates the channel.
Indications:
- The main point for pain in the lumbar area and legs, atrophy or paralysis in the lower limbs.
- Also for Hemorrhoids, constipation, difficulty in urination.
Method:
Puncture perpendicularly 1.5-2.0 cun.