BL43 (Gaohuangshu, “Vital Region Shu”) 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 fourth thoracic vertebra (T4), at the level of BL14 (Jueyinshu). It tonifies deficiency, strengthens the body, regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
On the upper back, 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fourth thoracic vertebra (T4), at the level of BL14 (Jueyinshu).
Oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.
Tonifies deficiency, strengthens the body, regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma.
Pulmonary tuberculosis, cough, asthma, emaciation, poor memory, seminal emission.
Gaohuangshu is a classic point for tonifying all forms of deficiency, particularly chronic and severe conditions affecting the Lung, Spleen, Kidney, and Heart. It is known for its ability to strengthen the body, boost immunity, and improve overall vitality, making it invaluable for chronic fatigue, consumptive diseases, and general debility. It is often used with moxibustion to achieve its profound tonifying effects, especially for chronic cough and asthma.
BL43 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL43 (Gaohuangshu) is located on the upper back, 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fourth thoracic vertebra (T4), at the level of BL14 (Jueyinshu).
BL43 tonifies deficiency, strengthens the body, regulates qi, alleviates cough and asthma. Common clinical indications include pulmonary tuberculosis, cough, asthma, emaciation, poor memory, seminal emission.
Oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
BL43 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).