Baihui GV20
Governing Vessel (Du Mai)
Source-based · educational reference
Location
| Point code | GV20 |
|---|---|
| Meridian | Governing Vessel (Du Mai) |
| Location | Head, 5 cun directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline, or at the midpoint of the line connecting the tips of the two ears |
Traditionally recorded associations
headachedizzinesstinnitusnasal congestionaphasiastrokecomamental disorderuterine prolapserectal prolapse
Traditional application notes
| Technique | press and knead with the pad of the thumb or tap with the middle finger |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 minutes |
| Direction | circular kneading motion or light tapping |
| Force | moderate |
| Tips | Pressing and kneading can improve dizziness, rectal prolapse, and uterine prolapse |
| 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, 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