BL29 (Zhōng Lǚ Shū, “Mid-Spine Shu”) is an acupuncture point on the Bladder Meridian. BL29 is on the sacrum, 1.5 cun lateral to the midline, at the level of the third sacral foramen. It strengthens the lower back and legs, and regulates the Lower Jiao.
BL29 is on the sacrum, 1.5 cun lateral to the midline, at the level of the third sacral foramen.
Perpendicular insertion 1.0 to 1.5 cun. Exercise caution to avoid deep insertion, especially in thin patients.
Strengthens the lower back and legs, and regulates the Lower Jiao.
Lower back pain, leg pain, sciatica, abdominal distention.
BL29 is primarily used for strengthening the lower back and legs, particularly for pain, weakness, and stiffness in the lumbar region and sacrum. It is effective for chronic lower back pain, sciatica, and conditions affecting the hips and legs. Its action also extends to regulating the Lower Jiao, making it useful for certain gynecological and urinary issues when combined with other points.
BL29 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL29 is on the sacrum, 1.5 cun lateral to the midline, at the level of the third sacral foramen.
BL29 strengthens the lower back and legs, and regulates the Lower Jiao. Common clinical indications include lower back pain, leg pain, sciatica, abdominal distention.
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.
BL29 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).