BL24 (Qì Hǎi Shū, “Qì Hǎi Shū”) is the Back-Shu point point of the Bladder Meridian. It is located on the lower back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the third lumbar vertebra (L3). It strengthens the lower back, regulates the lower jiao, and treats hemorrhoids.
On the lower back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the third lumbar vertebra (L3).
Perpendicular-oblique insertion towards the spine, 1.0 to 1.5 cun. Deep needling carries a risk of injuring the kidney, so caution is advised.
Strengthens the lower back, regulates the lower jiao, and treats hemorrhoids..
Low back pain, hemorrhoid disease, bloody dysentery, hemorrhoidal fistula..
Qi Hai Shu is a key local point for low back pain, particularly when associated with deficiency in the lower jiao. Its name connects it to the "Sea of Qi" (CV6), underscoring its role in fortifying the source Qi and essence. Classically, it is also a primary point for treating various types of hemorrhoids and related bleeding, making it useful for disorders of the large intestine and anus.
BL24 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL24 (Qì Hǎi Shū) is located on the lower back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the third lumbar vertebra (L3).
BL24 strengthens the lower back, regulates the lower jiao, and treats hemorrhoids. Common clinical indications include low back pain, hemorrhoid disease, bloody dysentery, hemorrhoidal fistula.
Perpendicular-oblique insertion towards the spine, 1.0 to 1.5 cun. Deep needling carries a risk of injuring the kidney, so caution is advised.
BL24 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).