BL 56 Acupuncture Point is called as Cheng Jin. Cheng means Sustain. Jin means Tendon and Muscle. This point is on the gastrocnemius muscle, which is an important leg muscle helping to sustain the upper part of the body
BL 56 Acupuncture Point Location
On the posterior leg, 5 cun inferior to BL 40, in the centre of the gastrocnemius muscle. Needle perpendicularly 0.8 – 1.2 cun.
BL 56 Acupuncture Point Names
Cheng Jin 承筋
Bladder 56 Sinew Support
Speciality
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Caution
Functions
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Indication
- Pain in the leg
- Hemorrhoids
- Acute Lower Back Pain
Diseases
Lumbar and leg pain and headaches.
Discomfort
Area of Protection
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