Bladder meridian
BL-61 (Púcān, 仆参) — Subservient Visitor
- Meridian
- Bladder (BL)
- Anatomical view
- lateral
- Point classification
- Meeting point of the Bladder channel and Yang Motility vessel.
- Depth reference
- 0.3-0.5 cun perpendicular
- Moxibustion
- Applicable as non-scarring moxa
- Reference aliases
- BL61; Pucan; 仆参; Subservient Visitor
Anatomical location
On the lateral heel below BL-60, beside the calcaneus at the junction of plantar and dorsal skin.
Traditional actions
Traditionally benefits the heel, relaxes the sinews, and calms fright.
Recorded indications
Primary: Reference uses include heel pain, ankle swelling, leg weakness, and seizure patterns.
Secondary: Secondary uses include low-back pain and difficulty standing.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Where is BL-61 located?
On the lateral heel below BL-60, beside the calcaneus at the junction of plantar and dorsal skin.
What reference actions and indications are recorded for BL-61?
Traditionally benefits the heel, relaxes the sinews, and calms fright. The dataset lists these primary indications: Reference uses include heel pain, ankle swelling, leg weakness, and seizure patterns. Secondary indications are recorded as: Secondary uses include low-back pain and difficulty standing.
Is BL-61 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify BL-61 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.