BL26 (Guān Yuán Shū, “Origin Pass Shu”) is an acupuncture point on the Bladder Meridian. BL26 is situated on the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5). It strengthens the Kidneys, regulates the Lower Jiao, and benefits the uterus.
BL26 is situated on the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5).
Perpendicular insertion 1.0 to 1.5 cun. Exercise caution to avoid deep insertion, especially in thin patients.
Strengthens the Kidneys, regulates the Lower Jiao, and benefits the uterus.
Lower back pain, abdominal pain, irregular menstruation, leucorrhea, impotence.
BL26 is a significant point for strengthening the Kidneys and regulating the Lower Jiao, particularly in cases of Kidney deficiency affecting the lower back and reproductive system. It is often used for conditions like chronic lower back pain, impotence, and irregular menstruation due to Kidney weakness. Its proximity to the Guan Yuan (CV4) area reinforces its action on the Yuan Qi and reproductive health.
BL26 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL26 is situated on the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5).
BL26 strengthens the Kidneys, regulates the Lower Jiao, and benefits the uterus. Common clinical indications include lower back pain, abdominal pain, irregular menstruation, leucorrhea, impotence.
Perpendicular insertion 1.0 to 1.5 cun. Exercise caution to avoid deep insertion, especially in thin patients. Caution: ⚠ Reduce depth in thin patients — avoid deep perpendicular insertion.
BL26 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).