BL19 (Dǎn Shū, “Gallbladder Shu”) is the Back-Shu of Gallbladder point of the Bladder Meridian. BL19 is located on the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10). It regulates Gallbladder Qi, clears damp-heat, and benefits the sinews.
BL19 is located on the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10).
Oblique insertion medially 0.5-1 cun; caution for pneumothorax.
Regulates Gallbladder Qi, clears damp-heat, and benefits the sinews.
Hypochondriac pain, bitter taste, jaundice, cholecystitis, insomnia.
BL19, the Back-Shu point of the Gallbladder, is crucial for regulating Gallbladder Qi and clearing damp-heat from the Gallbladder and Liver. It is particularly effective for conditions like hypochondriac pain, bitter taste in the mouth, jaundice, and digestive issues due to Gallbladder dysfunction. Its ability to benefit the sinews makes it useful for muscular tension and spasms. Clinically, it is often combined with GB24 to address Gallbladder damp-heat.
BL19 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL19 is located on the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the tenth thoracic vertebra (T10).
BL19 regulates Gallbladder Qi, clears damp-heat, and benefits the sinews. Common clinical indications include hypochondriac pain, bitter taste, jaundice, cholecystitis, insomnia.
Oblique insertion medially 0.5-1 cun; caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
BL19 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).