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Shenmai (BL-62), “Extending Vessel”, is the Confluent point of the Yang Qiao Mai. It benefits the eyes, calms the spirit, relieves neck and back stiffness and regulates sleep (excess in the Yang Qiao causes insomnia).
Location
On the lateral aspect of the foot, in the depression directly below the prominence of the lateral malleolus.
Anatomy
Below the lateral malleolus; the lateral malleolar arterial network; the sural nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Opens and regulates the Yang Qiao Mai
- Benefits the eyes and the head and neck
- Calms the spirit and regulates sleep
- Extinguishes interior wind
Indications
Headache and dizziness, stiff neck and back, insomnia (or excessive sleepiness), epilepsy, and eye disorders.
Needling
0.3-0.5 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With SI-3 (its paired Confluent point) for the Du Mai, neck, back and epilepsy.
Classical Text References
The Confluent point of the Yang Qiao Mai.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.