BL-8 - Declining Connection
络却 - Luò què
Point Region: Head
BL-8 Luoque, or 'Declining Connection,' is a paradoxical point of release and harmony. Located on the back of the head, its name suggests a gentle letting go, a severing of what no longer serves us. This point specializes in calming the spirit and harmonizing the senses, especially when they feel overwhelmed or overstimulated.
Think of Luoque as a quiet retreat in the midst of a noisy world. It helps us to release the mental and emotional baggage that accumulates in the head and neck, such as persistent tension headaches, dizziness, and a restless spirit. It’s the point to choose when you need to quietly let go and find inner peace.
By encouraging a 'declining connection' to external chaos, BL-8 helps to restore balance and inner tranquility. It’s a powerful point for those suffering from stress-induced conditions, offering a gentle pathway back to a state of calm and clarity.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: 5.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun lateral to the midline, directly above BL-7.
How to Locate:
- Place your fingers about five and a half finger-widths behind your hairline
- Measure one and a half finger-widths from the center line of your head
- Feel for a sensitive spot on the upper part of your scalp - this is BL-8
Primary Functions
Nervous System
- Alleviates head and neck tension
- Treats headaches and cranial pain
- Improves neurological function
Circulatory System
- Improves cerebral circulation
- Reduces blood stagnation in head
Emotional & Mental
- Calms mental agitation
- Reduces stress and tension
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tinnitus
- Blurred vision
- Agitation
- Vertex headache
- Ear disorders
Related Health Concerns
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BL-8 Protocols
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