BL44 (Shentang, “Spirit Hall”) 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 fifth thoracic vertebra (T5), at the level of BL15 (Xinshu). It calms the spirit, regulates heart qi, alleviates cough.
On the upper back, 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fifth thoracic vertebra (T5), at the level of BL15 (Xinshu).
Oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution for pneumothorax.
Calms the spirit, regulates heart qi, alleviates cough.
Palpitation, cough, asthma, stiffness and pain of the back.
Shentang is a key point for calming the spirit and regulating Heart Qi, making it highly effective for emotional disturbances such as anxiety, palpitations, and insomnia, especially when accompanied by chest oppression. It also helps alleviate cough and asthma by influencing the Heart-Lung relationship. Its name, 'Spirit Hall,' reflects its strong connection to the Shen and its ability to stabilize the mind.
BL44 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL44 (Shentang) is located on the upper back, 3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the fifth thoracic vertebra (T5), at the level of BL15 (Xinshu).
BL44 calms the spirit, regulates heart qi, alleviates cough. Common clinical indications include palpitation, cough, asthma, stiffness and pain of the back.
Oblique insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution for pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
BL44 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).