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Yuzhen (BL-9), “Jade Pillow”, on the occiput, dispels wind, relieves headache and benefits the eyes.
Location
On the occiput, 2.5 cun lateral to the upper border of the external occipital protuberance (DU-17), level with BL-10 region.
Anatomy
On the occipitalis; the occipital artery and vein; the greater occipital nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Dispels wind and relieves headache
- Benefits the eyes and nose
Indications
Occipital headache, dizziness, eye pain and blurred vision, and nasal congestion.
Needling
0.3-0.5 cun, transverse insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With GB-20 for occipital headache.
Classical Text References
A point of the Bladder channel on the occiput.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
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