BL-57 - Support the Mountain
承山 - Chéng shān
Point Region: Shin
BL-57 Chengshan, meaning 'Support the Mountain,' is one of the most famous points for relieving leg tension and a master point for hemorrhoids. Located in the belly of the calf muscle, it's the 'mountain' that supports the body's weight and the 'support' that helps to ease the pain and pressure in the lower body. This point is a powerhouse for releasing deep-seated tension.
Think of Chengshan as a point that helps you to feel as light as a feather. It's invaluable for addressing issues like calf cramps, leg fatigue, and sciatica. It's also a go-to point for hemorrhoids, as it helps to clear the stagnation and heat that can cause them. By releasing the tension in the calf, it helps to restore a sense of ease and freedom to the entire leg.
By supporting the 'mountain' of the leg, BL-57 helps to restore a sense of lightness and vitality. It's a point that reminds us that our ability to move freely is rooted in a strong and unburdened body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the posterior midline of the leg, between BL-56 and BL-58, in the depression formed below the gastrocnemius muscle belly when the leg is flexed.
How to Locate:
- Point your toes upward to make your calf muscle bulge
- Find the depression just below the calf muscle bulge
- Press into this hollow area - this is BL-57
Primary Functions
Musculoskeletal System
- Relieves calf cramps and muscle tension
- Treats leg pain and sciatica
- Strengthens posterior leg muscles
Digestive System
- Treats hemorrhoids and anal disorders
- Relieves constipation
- Supports bowel function
Circulatory System
- Improves leg circulation
- Reduces leg swelling
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Hemorrhoids
- Constipation
- Leg cramps
- Knee pain
- Hemiplegia
- Calf pain
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