Location acupuncture point Bl 62
Location:
In a depression at the lower edge of the outer ankle (malleolus lateralis).
Origin of the Ascending Yang Pathway — Shēn Mài
The acupuncture point Bl 62 is often used for insomnia together with Ki 06 used, where Bl 62 sedative and Ki 06 has a tonic effect. This results in a balanced effect overall. However, it can also be used for states of restlessness.
Especially for women, it has proven its worth in the period of menstruation. Bl 62 is also an important remote point for back pain.
Application: 
30 seconds 
medium
30 seconds 
medium
Name:
- 申脉 (shēn mài)
- Bladder 62, Origin of the Ascending Yang Pathway
- Ursprung der aufsteigenden Yang–Leitbahn
Helps with:
Headache at the crown
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Bladder
Element:
Water
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
15 till 17 o'clock
Category:
Master point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Clears the mind (Shen)
- Routing clearing
- Relaxes the tendons
- Eliminates internal wind
Contraindication:
None
None
Bl 62 is not only one of my favorite acupuncture points for back pain, but also a master point for sleep problems. The effect can be enhanced if you use it together with Ki 06.
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.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point Bl 62 is pressed with the thumb or middle finger for 30 to 45 seconds.
Acupressure can be repeated several times a day (2 to 3 times) in case of acute problems.
Acupuncture technique:
The point is needled vertically, with a depth of 0.3 to 0.5 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
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Meridian: Bladder
The bladder is the partner organ of the kidneys and is connected to them via the ureters. In Chinese medicine, the bladder is assigned a larger sphere of influence than in Western conventional medicine. Its task is to excrete the urine coming from the kidney...Learn more now >
Features: element water
- Winter
- Salty
- North
- Ears
- Fear
- Courage
- Kidney
- Bladder