(BL-36) Hold and Support CHENGFU - Acupuncture Points

(BL-36) Hold and Support CHENGFU -1

Location
[(BL-36) Hold and Support CHENGFU - Acupuncture Points] In the gluteal crease, superior to the midpoint of the popliteal crease (➞ BL-40).
How to find
Locate the midpoint of the popliteal crease (in obese patients,
use bony/muscular structures to find the midpoint). BL-36 is
located directly vertically above the midpoint of the popliteal
crease, in the gluteal crease at the transition between the buttocks
and the posterior aspect of the thigh (palpate for a depression).
Needling
Vertically 1–2 cun

(BL-36) Hold and Support CHENGFU -2

Actions/Indications
● Opens the channel, alleviates pain
● Relaxes the tendons
● Regulates the Lower Burner and treats haemorrhoids