BL4 Deviating Turn

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BL4 (Quchai, “Deviating Turn”) is an acupuncture point on the Bladder Meridian. It is located on the head, 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 0.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline. It dispels wind and clears the head.

Location

On the head, 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 0.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline.

Needling

Transverse insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.

TCM functions

Dispels wind and clears the head.

Indications

Headache, blurred vision, nasal obstruction, epistaxis.

Clinical notes

BL4 is a significant point for dispelling wind and clearing the head, making it useful for various head and facial disorders. It is commonly applied in cases of frontal headache, dizziness, and nasal congestion. Its proximity to the hairline makes it effective for conditions affecting the forehead and eyes, often paired with BL2 for frontal headaches.

On the Bladder channel

BL4 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is BL4 located?

BL4 (Quchai) is located on the head, 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 0.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline.

What is BL4 used for?

BL4 dispels wind and clears the head. Common clinical indications include headache, blurred vision, nasal obstruction, epistaxis.

How is BL4 needled?

Transverse insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.

Which meridian is BL4 on?

BL4 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).

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