Acupoint · BL17
Diaphragm Shu BL17
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Location
Below the spinous process of T7, 1.5 cun lateral to the posterior midline.
Point-taking cue
Diaphragm Shu: at T7 — the influential point of blood. The scapula's lower angle marks T7.
Meridian
Bladder Meridian · Mid back · Water
Point categories
Eight Meeting point, Blood Meeting
Self-care
Gently knead the point with a fingertip for 2–3 min until mild soreness; or apply gentle moxibustion for 10–15 min
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