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Fuxi (BL-38), “Floating Cleft”, above the popliteal crease, relaxes the sinews and benefits the knee.
Location
At the back of the knee, 1 cun proximal to BL-39, on the medial side of the biceps femoris tendon.
Anatomy
Medial to the biceps femoris tendon; the superior lateral genicular artery; the posterior femoral cutaneous nerve and the common peroneal nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Relaxes the sinews and activates the channel
- Benefits the knee and popliteal region
Indications
Numbness and contraction of the popliteal region, pain and stiffness of the knee, and constipation.
Needling
0.5-1.0 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With BL-40 for knee and popliteal disorders.
Classical Text References
A local point of the Bladder channel at the knee.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
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