BL14 (Jué Yīn Shū, “Pericardium Shu”) is the Back-Shu of Pericardium point of the Bladder Meridian. Positioned 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the fourth thoracic vertebra (T4), at the level of the fourth intercostal space. It regulates Heart and Pericardium, calms the spirit, and moves Qi.
Positioned 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the fourth thoracic vertebra (T4), at the level of the fourth intercostal space.
Puncture obliquely 0.5-0.8 cun. Caution: Pneumothorax.
Regulates Heart and Pericardium, calms the spirit, and moves Qi.
Chest pain, palpitations, anxiety, insomnia, cough, vomiting.
BL14, the Back-Shu point of the Pericardium, is primarily used to regulate the Heart and Pericardium, calm the spirit, and move Qi in the chest. It is effective for emotional disorders such as anxiety, palpitations, and insomnia, especially when related to Heart Qi stagnation or heat. It also addresses chest oppression and pain. It is often combined with PC6 for chest discomfort and emotional regulation.
BL14 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
Positioned 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the fourth thoracic vertebra (T4), at the level of the fourth intercostal space.
BL14 regulates Heart and Pericardium, calms the spirit, and moves Qi. Common clinical indications include chest pain, palpitations, anxiety, insomnia, cough, vomiting.
Puncture obliquely 0.5-0.8 cun. Caution: Pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
BL14 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).