BL41 (Fufen, “Attached Branch”) is an acupuncture point on the Bladder Meridian. It is located on the upper back, 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the second thoracic vertebra (T2), at the level of BL12 (Fengmen). It dispels wind, alleviates pain, relaxes sinews, invigorates channels.
On the upper back, 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the second thoracic vertebra (T2), at the level of BL12 (Fengmen).
Oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.
Dispels wind, alleviates pain, relaxes sinews, invigorates channels.
Stiffness of the neck, pain in the shoulder and back, numbness of the elbow and arm.
Fufen is primarily used for dispelling wind and alleviating pain in the upper back and neck region. Its proximity to the spine makes it effective for conditions like stiff neck, shoulder pain, and intercostal neuralgia. It also helps relax sinews and invigorate channels, making it a good choice for local musculoskeletal discomfort and tension in the upper thoracic area.
BL41 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL41 (Fufen) is located on the upper back, 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the second thoracic vertebra (T2), at the level of BL12 (Fengmen).
BL41 dispels wind, alleviates pain, relaxes sinews, invigorates channels. Common clinical indications include stiffness of the neck, pain in the shoulder and back, numbness of the elbow and arm.
Oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
BL41 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).