BL6
    Bladder
    Element Water

    Chengguang — Accepting Light

    In brief

    This point may be helpful for relieving headaches and improving visual clarity. It is particularly valued for its cooling and soothing effects in the head region.

    Where to find it

    toward the back from the hairline, outward from the midline.

    How to stimulate it (acupressure)

    To stimulate this point, apply moderate pressure with your index finger or thumb. Use circular movements or steady, sustained pressure for one to two minutes. You should feel gentle pressure, never sharp pain. You can repeat this self-massage two to three times a day, particularly when experiencing discomfort.

    For practitioners

    Other uses

    Acupuncture

    Depth : 0.3-0.5 cun

    Acupuncture at this point involves transverse insertion to a depth of 0.3 to 0.5 cun. This procedure is performed solely by the practitioner, who adapts the technique according to the patient's specific needs.

    Effects in traditional Chinese energetics (TCM)

    This point is used to Dispel Wind (remove external disruptive energies that may cause headaches and stiffness), Clear Heat (reduce sensations of heat or inflammation), and Benefit the Eyes and Nose (improve the function and comfort of these organs).

    Related points

    Points frequently used alongside this one.

    For a personalised protocol suited to your constitution

    Everyone is different. An energetic assessment at the practice identifies the points most relevant to your own needs.

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