BL 26 Acupuncture Point

Bladder 26, or Urinary Bladder 26, Abbreviated as BL 26 or UB 26, Transliterated Guanyuanshu in Chinese, Gate of Origin Transporter in English.

BL 26 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the back, 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 5th lumbar vertebra.

BL 26 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Pain in the lumbosacral region
  • Abdominal distention, diarrhea
  • Frequent urination or dysuria, enuresis

BL 26 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Strengthens the low back, removes obstructions from the meridian.