BL56 Chengjin

Chengjin · 承筋 · Sinew Support

Meridian

Bladder meridian

Location

On the back of the lower leg, between the two heads of the gastrocnemius, at the centre of its belly — 5 cun below the popliteal crease.

What it helps with

Calf cramps and a 'clogged' feeling, tired legs after long walking.

How to work on it

Knead with both hands for 45-60 seconds, then shake the relaxed leg out.

Caution

Do not massage if the calf is swollen, red, hard or sharply painful.

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