BL-37 - Gate of Abundance
殷门 - Yīn mén
Point Region: Back leg
BL-37 Yinmen, meaning 'Gate of Abundance,' is a master point for activating the channel and alleviating sciatic pain. Located on the back of the thigh, it is a key gateway for the flow of energy and blood in the leg. This point is a powerful remedy for pain and numbness that radiates down the back of the leg.
Think of Yinmen as a point that opens the door to a sense of freedom and abundance in your movement. It's a go-to point for anyone suffering from sciatic pain, hamstring pain, or lower back stiffness. By invigorating the flow of energy and blood, it helps to release the grip of pain and restore a sense of ease.
By activating the channel and alleviating sciatic pain, BL-37 helps us to move forward in our lives with greater ease and confidence. It's a point that reminds us that true abundance comes from the ability to move freely and without pain.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: 6 cun below BL-36, on the line connecting BL-36 and BL-40.
How to Locate:
- Place your hand on the back of your thigh, about halfway between your buttock and knee
- Feel along the center line of your hamstring muscles
- Press to find a tender spot in the muscle - this is BL-37
Primary Functions
Musculoskeletal System
- Relieves thigh and hamstring pain
- Treats sciatica and leg numbness
- Strengthens posterior thigh muscles
Circulatory System
- Improves leg circulation
- Reduces leg swelling and stagnation
Nervous System
- Treats nerve pain in legs
- Reduces muscle cramping
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Sciatica
- Thigh pain
- Lower back pain
- Leg pain
- Hamstring tension
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