BL9 (Yuzhen, “Jade Pillow”) is an acupuncture point on the Bladder Meridian. It is located on the head, 2.5 cun superior to the posterior hairline, 1.3 cun lateral to the midline (DU17), at the superior border of the external occipital protuberance. It dispels wind, clears the head, and brightens the eyes.
On the head, 2.5 cun superior to the posterior hairline, 1.3 cun lateral to the midline (DU17), at the superior border of the external occipital protuberance.
Transverse insertion 0.5-0.8 cun. Caution: avoid major blood vessels.
Dispels wind, clears the head, and brightens the eyes.
Headache, neck rigidity, eye pain, nasal obstruction.
Yuzhen, 'Jade Pillow,' is a significant point for occipital headaches and neck stiffness due to its location and strong action in dispelling wind and clearing the head. It is particularly useful for pain radiating from the neck to the head, blurred vision, and eye strain. Its name alludes to its location at the base of the skull, a crucial area for head and neck connection. It is often combined with Fengchi (GB20) for tension headaches and neck rigidity.
BL9 is one of 67 points on the Bladder Meridian. Nearby points:
BL9 (Yuzhen) is located on the head, 2.5 cun superior to the posterior hairline, 1.3 cun lateral to the midline (DU17), at the superior border of the external occipital protuberance.
BL9 dispels wind, clears the head, and brightens the eyes. Common clinical indications include headache, neck rigidity, eye pain, nasal obstruction.
Transverse insertion 0.5-0.8 cun. Caution: avoid major blood vessels.
BL9 is a point on the Bladder Meridian (Zú Tài Yáng Páng Guāng Jīng).