Xuanlu GB5
Gallbladder Meridian (Foot Shaoyang)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | GB5 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Gallbladder Meridian (Foot Shaoyang) |
| Location | On the head, at the junction of the middle and upper thirds of the curved line from Touwei to Qubin. |
Traditionally recorded associations
migraineouter canthus painfacial swelling
Traditional application notes
| Technique | Thumb pad acupressure |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | Circular rubbing |
| Force | Moderate |
| Tips | Press and knead with the pad of the thumb, with force just enough to produce a soreness and distention sensation; This can be combined with the five-finger combing method, combing from the front hairline backward; Stay relaxed while pressing and kneading, and breathe naturally |
| Technique | Mild moxibustion |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5-10 minutes |
| Distance | 2-3cm |
| Tips | During moxibustion, take care to prevent ash from falling; Use warmth and comfort of the scalp as the standard; After moxibustion, take care 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