Bladder 17 (BL17) – T7 paraspinal

Bladder 17 (Bl17) is an important acupuncture point on the horse’s back, often used to support blood and energy circulation.
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Note: The points shown on the 3D model do not correspond to the exact anatomical location. They serve only as a guide to help you find the respective acupuncture points.

Location

Bl17 is located on both sides of the spine, at the level of the seventh thoracic vertebra (T7), about one thumb’s width lateral to the dorsal spinous process.

Functions

Bl17 is traditionally used to support blood formation, in cases of blood stagnation, and for general strengthening.

Indicators

Girth / Saddle Area Problems, Circulatory Stasis, Itching, Skin problems, Withers Tension

Safety

This point should be treated carefully as it is close to the spine. Please use only under supervision or by an experienced professional.

Medical information

Bl17 is located 3 cun lateral to the caudal end of the spinous process of T7, on the Bladder meridian, at the level of the intercostal space between T7 and T8.

Bl17 is the influential point for blood, regulates blood movement, cools blood-heat, resolves blood stasis, and supports chronic conditions involving the blood.

When needling Bl17, special care must be taken to avoid injury to paraspinal structures and the pleura.

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