Location acupuncture point Bl 10
Location:
Approximately at the level of the hairline on the outer side of the palpable trapezius muscle. Between the transverse processes of C1 and C2.
Bl 10 thus lies slightly below the occipital region.
Pillar of Heaven — Tiān Zhù
This is an important local acupuncture point for the eyes. It expels internal and external wind from the face. It is an excellent point for occipital or parietal headaches and it is used for all eye problems.
Bl 10 is very popular as a distant point in acute, bilateral and deep back pain.
When you treat this point with the AkuPen, do pelvic circles in both directions for a few minutes. This will release the back tension even better.
This point is used whenever there is discomfort in the area of the eyes or nose.
Application: 
30 seconds 
medium
30 seconds 
medium
Name:
- 天柱 (tiān zhù)
- Bl 10
- Säule des Himmels
Helps with:
Sensitive eyes, Fever, Headache — eyes, Headache acute, Headache at the back of the head, Headache at the crown, Neck tension, Sleep problems, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Wind sensitivity
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Bladder
Element:
Water
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
15 till 17 o'clock
Category:
Classical acupuncture point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Represents wind
- Clears the brain and improves supply
- Clears the eyes
- Strengthens the neck and lower back
Contraindication:
None
None
Acupuncture point Bl 10 improves blood flow to the brain and, due to its location, also has a positive influence on the vagus nerve and thus the parasympathetic nervous system.
Application:
AcuPen:
This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.
If this feels uncomfortable, you can reduce the pressure or work with the round end of the AkuPen.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point Bl 10 is pressed with the thumb for 30 to 45 seconds.
Acupressure can be repeated several times a day (2 to 3 times) in case of acute problems.
Acupuncture technique:
Needling vertical 0.3 to 1 cun.
Video explanation of how to find the acupuncture point Bl 10
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Meridian: Bladder
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Features: element water
- Winter
- Salty
- North
- Ears
- Fear
- Courage
- Kidney
- Bladder