BL45 (Yixi, “Oh My!”) is an acupuncture point on the Bladder Meridian. It is located on the back, 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra (T7). This point is located 1.5 cun lateral to BL17. It regulates lung qi, alleviates cough and asthma, relaxes sinews.
On the back, 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra (T7). This point is located 1.5 cun lateral to BL17.
Oblique insertion 0.5-0.7 cun. Caution: pneumothorax.
Regulates lung qi, alleviates cough and asthma, relaxes sinews.
Cough, asthma, pain in the shoulder and back.
Yixi is primarily known for its action on the lungs, making it a valuable point for various respiratory conditions. It is frequently used to address cough, asthma, and wheezing, particularly when there is a sensation of oppression in the chest. Its ability to relax sinews also makes it useful for local pain in the scapular region. It can be paired with BL13 (Feishu) for enhanced lung regulation.
BL45 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL45 (Yixi) is located on the back, 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline, at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 7th thoracic vertebra (T7). This point is located 1.5 cun lateral to BL17.
BL45 regulates lung qi, alleviates cough and asthma, relaxes sinews. Common clinical indications include cough, asthma, pain in the shoulder and back.
Oblique insertion 0.5-0.7 cun. Caution: pneumothorax. Caution: ⚠ Pneumothorax risk: oblique/shallow only, never deep perpendicular over the chest wall.
BL45 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).