Shen Shu (BL23)

Shen ShuBL23🧭 Meridian: 足太阳膀胱经

📍 Location

On the lower back, 1.5 cun lateral to the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebra (L2).

🏥 Indications

Lower back pain, knee weakness, impotence, frequent urination, tinnitus, hearing impairment.

🖐️ Stimulation method

Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. Moxibustion is the primary treatment for this point. Warm oil massage.

⚠️ Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with excess heat. Do not insert deeply (the kidneys lie beneath).

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