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This point, on the head, dispels wind, relieves headache and harmonises the Stomach.
Location
On the head, 2.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline, directly above the pupil (1 cun posterior to GB-16).
Anatomy
On the epicranial aponeurosis; the parietal branches of the superficial temporal and occipital arteries; the anastomosis of the frontal and greater occipital nerves.
Actions & Functions
- Dispels wind and relieves headache
- Calms the spirit and harmonises the Stomach
Indications
Headache and dizziness, toothache, and nausea.
Needling
0.3-0.5 cun, transverse insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With GB-20 for headache and dizziness.
Classical Text References
A meeting point with the Yang Wei Mai.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.
