BL50 Weicang

Weicang · 胃仓 · Stomach Granary

Meridian

Bladder meridian

Location

On the back, level with the lower border of the spinous process of the 12th thoracic vertebra, 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline (lateral to BL21).

What it helps with

Heaviness in the upper abdomen, poor appetite, tension in the lower ribs.

How to work on it

Gentle pressure with the palm or a ball for 60 seconds, breathing calmly.

Caution

The point lies over the lower ribs and the kidney area: keep the pressure soft and gradual, with no sharp thrusts.

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