Bladder meridian

BL-25 (Dàchángshù, 大肠俞) — Large Intestine Shu

Meridian
Bladder (BL)
Anatomical view
posterior
Point classification
Back-shu point of the Large Intestine.
Depth reference
0.5-1.0 cun perpendicular, individualized to BMI and measured soft-tissue thickness
Moxibustion
Applicable as non-scarring moxa
Reference aliases
BL25; Dachangshu; 大肠俞; Large Intestine Shu

Anatomical location

In the lumbar region, level with the lower edge of the L4 spinous process and 1.5 body-cun from the posterior midline.

Traditional actions

Traditionally regulates the intestines, clears dampness, and strengthens the low back.

Recorded indications

Primary: Reference uses include low-back pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and sciatica.

Secondary: Secondary uses include abdominal distension and leg weakness.

How to read this reference

AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.

Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.

Sources

References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region (2008) BL25, p. 112
  2. Acupuncture.com Point Locator - Urinary Bladder 25 English name, classification, indications, functions and needling
  3. TARA Acupuncture Knowledge Base BL 25: back-shu role, indications, method, moxibustion and lumbar anatomy
  4. Development of an Acupuncture Point Imaging Database Table 1 and discussion, BL25 high-risk imaging point
  5. An Exploration of the Needling Depth in Acupuncture Table 2 and section 3.1.2, BL25 BMI and soft-tissue findings

Frequently asked questions

Where is BL-25 located?

In the lumbar region, level with the lower edge of the L4 spinous process and 1.5 body-cun from the posterior midline.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for BL-25?

Traditionally regulates the intestines, clears dampness, and strengthens the low back. The dataset lists these primary indications: Reference uses include low-back pain, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and sciatica. Secondary indications are recorded as: Secondary uses include abdominal distension and leg weakness.

Is BL-25 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify BL-25 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.