BL 3 — Méi Chōng (眉冲) — Eyebrow's Pouring
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1. Overview
BL 3 — Méi Chōng (眉冲) — is an acupuncture point on the Bladder meridian. Its English name, Eyebrow's Pouring, reflects the point’s classical character and location. It is used in acupuncture practice as part of channel-balancing prescriptions for a range of conditions.
I am Dr (TCM) Attilio D’Alberto, a member of the British Acupuncture Council with over 25 years of clinical experience. I use BL 3 as part of individually tailored acupuncture prescriptions at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire.
2. Location
Directly superior to BL-2 Zanzhu 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline, level with GV-24 Shenting.
3. Actions
- Expels Wind
- Clears the head
- Alleviates pain
- Benefits the eyes and nose
4. Indications
5. Needling
Slanted insertion, 0.3 to 0.5 cun.
Important: Acupuncture should only be performed by a fully qualified practitioner. Never attempt self-needling. All needles I use are sterile, single-use and disposed of immediately after treatment in a clinical sharps container.
6. Clinical notes
BL 3 Méi Chōng (Eyebrow's Pouring) is used as part of channel-balancing prescriptions tailored to the patient’s individual TCM diagnosis.
7. Treatment at my clinic
I use BL 3 as part of tailored acupuncture prescriptions for conditions including Headache. Each treatment is individually designed following a full TCM assessment.
I see patients in person at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire. Visit the prices page for consultation fees. Return to the acupuncture points directory or the acupuncture main page.
