Shiqizhui (Shíqīzhuī, “Seventeenth Vertebra”) is an extra (non-channel) acupuncture point. Shiqizhui is located on the posterior midline, below the spinous process of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5). It activates blood and dispels stasis, strengthens the back and benefits the Kidneys.
Shiqizhui is located on the posterior midline, below the spinous process of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5).
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.5 cun. Caution for spinal canal.
Activates blood and dispels stasis, strengthens the back and benefits the Kidneys.
Lumbar pain, thigh pain, paralysis of lower extremities, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea.
Shiqizhui is a significant empirical point for lumbar pain, particularly lower back pain radiating to the legs, and is often used for sciatica. Its ability to activate blood and dispel stasis makes it effective for various musculoskeletal issues of the lower back and sacrum. It is also known to benefit the Kidneys, making it useful for conditions related to Kidney deficiency affecting the lower back. A classic pairing is with BL23 for chronic low back pain.
Shiqizhui is located on the posterior midline, below the spinous process of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5).
Shiqizhui activates blood and dispels stasis, strengthens the back and benefits the Kidneys. Common clinical indications include lumbar pain, thigh pain, paralysis of lower extremities, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.5 cun. Caution for spinal canal. Caution: ⚠ Spinal cord deep to this point: oblique/limited depth; never deep perpendicular at the midline.