BL-60 - Kunlun Mountains

昆仑 - Kūn lún

Point Region: Foot

BL

Bladder Meridian

足太阳膀胱经 - Zú Tàiyáng Pángguāng Jīng

BL-60 Kunlun, meaning 'Kunlun Mountains,' is one of the most vital points on the Bladder meridian, commanding the spine and descending excess. Named after the mythical Kunlun Mountains—the axis of the world in Chinese cosmology—this point serves as a powerful command point for the entire back, from the lower back to the neck, as well as a master at releasing pain and tension.

Think of Kunlun as a point that helps you to feel as solid and grounded as a mountain. It's invaluable for addressing issues like stiff necks, back pain, and headaches. By descending excess energy, it helps to calm a restless mind and promote a sense of inner peace.

By commanding the spine and descending excess, BL-60 helps to restore a sense of balance and inner peace. It's a point that reminds us that our true power comes from a strong and unburdened back.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: In the depression between the lateral malleolus and the Achilles tendon.

How to Locate:

  1. Find the prominent outer ankle bone (lateral malleolus)
  2. Locate the depression between this ankle bone and your Achilles tendon
  3. Press into this hollow - this is BL-60
Location illustration for In the depression between the lateral malleolus and the Achilles tendon.

Primary Functions

Musculoskeletal System

  • Relieves ankle and heel pain
  • Treats lower back and leg pain
  • Reduces muscle tension and stiffness

Nervous System

  • Alleviates headaches and neck pain
  • Calms nervous tension

Circulatory System

  • Improves blood circulation
  • Reduces swelling in feet and ankles

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Epilepsy
  • Neck stiffness
  • Heel pain
  • Sacral contracture
  • Ankle pain

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

NeuralgiaSciaticaNeuropathyNumbness/Tingling in Limbs

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Combined Applications:

BL-60 + BL-40
Enhances treatment of lumbar pain radiating to the legs

BL-60 Protocols

Ankle Pain & Sciatic Relief (4 minutes)

  1. Sit with legs relaxed and ankles accessible
  2. Locate BL-60 (between lateral malleolus and Achilles tendon)
  3. Apply firm pressure for 30 seconds on each side
  4. Massage in circular motions for 1 minute to reduce pain and tension
  5. Repeat pressure while flexing and extending the ankle gently

Important Precautions

  • Contraindicated during pregnancy
  • Avoid in bleeding disorders