Which BL point is 0.5 cun inferior to the inferior border of the lateral malleolus?

Which BL point is 0.5 cun inferior to the inferior border of the lateral malleolus?

• A. BL 61
• B. BL 63
• C. BL 60
• D. BL 62

Answer: (D)

Think about the landmarks around the outer ankle and where the Bladder channel points sit in that area. The point described as being 0.5 cun directly below the inferior border of the lateral malleolus lies in a small hollow on the lateral side of the foot. That location is BL62, known as Shenmai. The descriptor matches this exact spot, so it’s the best choice. The other nearby points sit at different spots around the ankle: for example, one is in the depression between the lateral malleolus and the Achilles tendon, which is a distinct position from being directly below the malleolus. Another point lies a bit more anterior or farther along the channel. Knowing these relative positions helps you identify BL62 when the distance is specified as 0.5 cun below the lateral malleolus.

Think about the landmarks around the outer ankle and where the Bladder channel points sit in that area. The point described as being 0.5 cun directly below the inferior border of the lateral malleolus lies in a small hollow on the lateral side of the foot. That location is BL62, known as Shenmai. The descriptor matches this exact spot, so it’s the best choice.

The other nearby points sit at different spots around the ankle: for example, one is in the depression between the lateral malleolus and the Achilles tendon, which is a distinct position from being directly below the malleolus. Another point lies a bit more anterior or farther along the channel. Knowing these relative positions helps you identify BL62 when the distance is specified as 0.5 cun below the lateral malleolus.