BL34 Xialiao

Xialiao · 下髎 · Lower Bone-Hole

Meridian

Bladder meridian

Location

In the sacral region, in the fourth (lowest) posterior sacral foramen — of the four 'Liao' points this one lies closest to the midline.

What it helps with

Dragging pain in the sacrum and tailbone, a feeling of heaviness in the pelvis.

How to work on it

Lying on your back, gentle pressure with a ball for 60 seconds, then rub with the palm until warm.

Caution

Do not use during pregnancy.

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