Buttocks Numbnessaccording to TCM

What is Buttocks Numbness?

Buttocks numbness, a sensation of reduced feeling or a lack of sensation in the buttock region, can range from mild tingling to a complete lack of feeling. This condition is often associated with various underlying health issues, such as nerve compression, poor circulation, or spinal problems.

The term 'buttocks numbness' encompasses a range of experiences, including buttock numbness, numb buttock, and numb buttocks, each pointing to a similar experience of sensation loss or diminishment in this specific body area.

How does TCM view Buttocks Numbness?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), buttocks numbness is often viewed through the lens of energy flow and balance within the body. TCM posits that such numbness may arise from disruptions or blockages in the flow of Qi and Blood, particularly in pathways that traverse the buttock area.

These disruptions could be due to Cold-Dampness invading the channels, Blood Stagnation, or underlying Deficiencies in the Kidney or Liver systems. TCM's holistic approach underscores the importance of identifying and treating the underlying pattern of disharmony causing the symptom, rather than just addressing the numbness itself.

Acupoints for Buttocks Numbness

TCM acupuncture is a key method for addressing buttocks numbness, focusing on specific acupoints that can help restore proper Qi and Blood flow in the affected area. One significant point in the Bladder Channel for this condition is Fuxi BL-38. Located on the laterodorsal aspect of the knee, precisely 1 cun superior and 1 cun lateral to Weizhong BL-40, it lies in the center of the popliteal crease and 1 cun above Weiyang BL-39 on the medial side of the tendon biceps femoris muscle.

The primary actions of stimulating Fuxi BL-38 include relaxing the sinews and easing pain, which can be particularly effective for relieving symptoms of buttocks numbness. This point is often chosen for its ability to clear Heat and stimulate circulation, addressing potential underlying causes of numbness.

See more details below about Fuxi BL-38, an acupoint used to address buttocks numbness.

Fuxi BL-38

On the laterodorsal aspect of the knee, 1 cun superior and 1 cun lateral to Weizhong BL-40 which is in the center of the popliteal crease. It is also 1 cun above Weiyang BL-39, on the medial side of the tendon biceps femoris muscle.