Bladder 3 (BL3) – Forehead above eyebrow
Location
Bl3 is located on the forehead, about one finger's breadth above the inner corner of the eye, at the level of the eyebrow.
Functions
Bl3 is traditionally used to support the eyes, relieve headaches, and promote clarity in the head region.
Indicators
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Safety
Bl3 is close to sensitive structures such as the eye and frontal bone. Application should be done carefully and only after proper training to avoid injury.
Medical information
Bl3 is located on the line between the medial canthus of the eye and the base of the ear, approximately one finger's breadth above the medial canthus, on the frontal bone.
Bl3 is used to treat eye disorders, headaches, sinusitis, and to calm the mind. It influences the bladder meridian and acts on the head region.
Special caution is required at Bl3 to avoid injury to the eye or supraorbital structures. Needling should only be performed by experienced practitioners.
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