Which acupoint serves as the LIV back shu/front mu?

The correct answer is the acupoint that represents the LIV back shu and front mu. In Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), the liver (LIV) is associated with emotional balance, detoxification, and the smooth flow of Qi and blood within the body. The back shu points are located along the urinary bladder channel and correspond to specific organs, while the front mu points are situated on the front of the body and serve as alarm or reflection points for the corresponding organs.

The acupoint BL-18, located on the bladder meridian, is specifically recognized as the back shu point for the liver. It is situated at the level of the thoracic spine and is essential in promoting liver health, harmonizing liver Qi, and addressing conditions related to the liver, such as stagnation or excess heat.

Additionally, LV-14 is recognized as the front mu point of the liver, located on the side of the chest. However, the question is specifically asking for the back shu/front mu combination. Therefore, BL-18 serves as the backs shu point, and by its association with the liver, it becomes clear that it represents the liver in this context.

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