PointStudy reference
BL40BL
Weizhong
Middle of the Crook
委中
Where it is
Chart of the classical path. Tap a point to open its card. It does not replace palpation.
point middle del crease popliteal
Study themes
- lumbar
- heat
- knee
Traditional educational themes: lumbar, heat, knee. TCM/Shiatsu study framework; not a clinical indication.
In traditional study
Traditionally associated with the Bladder channel within TCM/Shiatsu educational frameworks. Study themes: lumbar, heat, knee. Not medical advice.
Point families
How it is worked
- Acupuncture
- Moxibustion
- Shiatsu Pressure
- Tuina
Origins, lineages and aliases
Origins
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Nomenclature
- Huangdi Neijing
Lineages
- Classical TCM
- Modern TCM / TCM colleges
Also known as
BL40 · Weizhong · BL 40 · 委中
Study
Weizhong (BL40) at the centre of the popliteal crease. Bladder he-sea — clear landmark for posterior leg study.
- How do I locate BL40?
- At the midpoint of the popliteal crease. Use the 3D back/leg atlas.
Study reference within traditional Shiatsu/TCM frameworks. Does not diagnose or treat.
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Keep exploring
- BladderThis point belongs to the meridian channel in traditional TCM mapping.
- waterIn Five Element theory, this meridian is associated with this element.
- BL39 · WeiyangEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- BL41 · FufenEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- BL38 · FuxiEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- Try a quizContinue learning with a short practice.