BL5 Fifth Place

Reviewed by Dr. Kerem AL, LAc · Licensed Acupuncturist & TCM Physician · Last reviewed June 2026

BL5 (Wuchu, “Fifth Place”) is an acupuncture point on the Bladder Meridian. It is located on the head, 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 1 cun posterior to the anterior hairline. It dispels wind, clears the head and brightens the eyes.

Location

On the head, 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 1 cun posterior to the anterior hairline.

Needling

Transverse insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.

TCM functions

Dispels wind, clears the head and brightens the eyes.

Indications

Headache, vertigo, blurred vision, epilepsy.

Clinical notes

BL5 is a crucial point for clearing wind and heat from the head and eyes, particularly effective for headaches, dizziness, and eye pain. It is frequently used for conditions like blurred vision, lacrimation, and redness of the eyes. Its action of brightening the eyes makes it a valuable point for various ophthalmic issues, often combined with BL6 for eye problems.

On the Bladder channel

BL5 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:

BL1 BL2 BL3 BL4 BL6 BL7 BL8 BL9

Frequently asked questions

Where is BL5 located?

BL5 (Wuchu) is located on the head, 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, 1 cun posterior to the anterior hairline.

What is BL5 used for?

BL5 dispels wind, clears the head and brightens the eyes. Common clinical indications include headache, vertigo, blurred vision, epilepsy.

How is BL5 needled?

Transverse insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.

Which meridian is BL5 on?

BL5 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).

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