BL44 Shentang

Shentang · 神堂 · Spirit Hall

Meridian

Bladder meridian

Location

On the back, level with the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th thoracic vertebra, 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline (lateral to BL15).

What it helps with

Tightness in the chest when anxious, a restless mood, tension between the shoulder blades.

How to work on it

With a ball against the wall or with a helper for 60-90 seconds; make the exhale longer than the inhale.

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