Chengling GB18
Gallbladder Meridian (Foot Shaoyang)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | GB18 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Gallbladder Meridian (Foot Shaoyang) |
| Location | On the head, directly above the pupil, 4 cun above the anterior hairline |
Traditionally recorded associations
HeadacheDizzinessEpistaxisNasal dischargeForgetfulnessObsessive thoughts
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Press and knead with the pad of the thumb |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | circular kneading |
| Force | moderate |
| Tips | Press and knead with the pad of the thumb; the force should be adjusted to produce a sore, distended sensation.; It can be combined with the five-finger combing method, combing from the anterior hairline backward.; Keep relaxed during pressing and kneading, and breathe naturally. |
| Technique | mild moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5-10 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | During moxibustion, be careful to prevent ash from falling.; Use warmth and comfort of the scalp as the standard.; After moxibustion, be careful to avoid wind and keep warm. |
Frequently asked
Where is it located?
3 cun below ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior tibial crest, per WHO standard.
Can I press it myself?
This site is an educational reference. Apply under a licensed practitioner; do not self-needle.
Sources & references
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
- NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov